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Danni

Boy / Girl name · 206 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Danni: 206 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to both boys and girls, peaking at 17 births in 1997.

Danni is a friendly, pared-down form of Danielle or Daniel, both of which trace back to the Hebrew name meaning “God is my judge.” It arrived in Scotland largely through English-speaking influence in the 20th century, and has since become a popular standalone given name as well as a nickname. Famous bearers include Australian singer and television presenter Danni Minogue, and English cricketer Danni Wyatt, both of whom have raised the name’s profile in sport and entertainment. The spelling Danni, rather than Dani, helps distinguish it from the more common male variant and gives it a distinctly feminine air. In Scotland, the name saw a