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Danna

Girl name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Danna: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 1996.

Of Hebrew origin, Danna is a feminine name meaning "God is my judge," sharing roots with the biblical name Daniel. It also appears as a variant of the Irish name Dana, meaning "bold" or "from Denmark." In modern usage, Danna has a gentle, melodic quality that has made it a quiet but enduring choice in Scotland. One notable bearer is Danna Paola, the Mexican singer and actress known for her role in the Netflix series *Élite*. The name also connects to the Scottish place name Danna, a small coastal settlement in Argyll and Bute, though this likely derives from a Gaelic word for "valley." A further note: Danna is sometimes considered a feminine form of the Hebrew name Daniel, and it shares its sound with the more common Dana, which has separate Irish and English origins.