Danilynn
A feminine name of uncertain origin, potentially combining "Dana" and "Lynn".
Name Census estimates that about 284 living Americans carry the first name Danilynn. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Danilynn today is around 12 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Danilynn births was 2009 (26 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Danilynn. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
284
~ 1 in 1,206,881 Americans
Peak year
2009
26 babies that year
Average age
12
years old
2024 SSA rank
#9,674
Tracked since 2007
Popularity
Danilynn: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Danilynn from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 166 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Danilynn remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Danilynn by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Danilynn during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Danilynns live
Origin
Meaning and history of Danilynn
The name Danilynn is a relatively modern feminine name that combines the Hebrew name Daniel with the English suffix "lynn." The name Daniel is derived from the Hebrew words "dan" meaning "judge" and "el" meaning "God," making the full meaning of the name "God is my judge."
The name Daniel has a rich history dating back to the Old Testament of the Bible, where it is the name of a prophetic figure known for his wisdom and ability to interpret dreams. Daniel is also mentioned in the Quran and the Book of Mormon, making it a significant name across multiple religious traditions.
The earliest recorded usage of the name Danilynn is difficult to pinpoint, as it is a modern combination of the traditional name Daniel and the popular English suffix "lynn." However, the name Daniel has been in use for centuries, with notable historical figures bearing the name.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Daniel was Daniel the Prophet, a figure from the Bible who lived in the 6th century BC during the Babylonian captivity. Another notable Daniel was Daniel the Stylite, a 5th-century Christian monk and ascetic who lived atop a pillar for over 30 years.
In more recent history, famous individuals named Daniel include Daniel Defoe (1660-1731), the English writer best known for his novel "Robinson Crusoe," and Daniel Boone (1734-1820), the American pioneer and explorer. Other notable Daniels include Daniel Webster (1782-1852), the American statesman and orator, and Daniel Radcliffe (born 1989), the British actor best known for his portrayal of Harry Potter in the popular film series.
While the name Danilynn is a modern combination, the historical significance and popularity of the name Daniel have likely contributed to its appeal as a feminine name. The addition of the suffix "lynn" adds a distinct and contemporary flair to the traditional name, making it a unique and meaningful choice for parents seeking a name with depth and character.
People
Danilynn + last name combinations
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Related
Other names starting with D
Other first names starting with D with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Danilynn: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Danilynn?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 284 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Danilynn going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 1,206,881 US residents.
Is Danilynn a common name?
We classify Danilynn as "Very Rare". It ranks above 78.6% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 286 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Danilynn most popular?
The single biggest year for Danilynn was 2009, when 26 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Danilynn is about 12 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Danilynn a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Danilynn in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.