Everything about the name DANNAE

Meaning, origin, history

The name Dannae is of Greek origin and means "graceful." It is derived from the Greek word "dannamis," which means "to endow with grace." In Greek mythology, Dannae was a queen who was transformed into a bear by the gods as punishment for her hubris. Despite its association with this tragic figure in mythology, the name Dannae has gained popularity as a modern given name for girls. It is often spelled in various ways such as Danae, Dana, or Danna, but the most accurate spelling according to Greek origin is Dannae. The name is not particularly common and may be considered unique or unusual by some people, but it adds a touch of elegance and mystery due to its Greek origins and mythological associations.

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Popularity of the name DANNAE since 1880

Birth evolution

Popularity analysis

Based on the statistics provided, the name Dannae has seen varying popularity in the United States over the past four decades. The earliest recorded birth of a child named Dannae was in 1982, with five births that year. This number remained relatively stable throughout the late 1980s and early 1990s, with an average of five births per year during this period.

However, starting from the early 2000s, there was a noticeable increase in the popularity of the name Dannae. The highest number of births recorded for this name was in 2023, with twenty births. This is almost triple the number of births recorded at the start of this data set.

When examining the overall trend, it appears that while Dannae may not have been one of the most popular names during the time period covered by these statistics, its popularity has been steadily increasing in recent years. From a total of 189 births since 1982, it's clear that there is a consistent and growing interest in this name among parents choosing names for their children.

Variations of the Name DANNAE

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