Danny
Meaning: God is my judge — answering to the highest authority
Origin: Hebrew/English
Gender: Boy
Rank in Ireland: #167
Total births: 2,046
History: Danny echoes through the halls of Maynooth and the corridors of UCD, institutions synonymous with Irish education and intellectual achievement. The name reflects a culture that values learning, debate, and the pursuit of knowledge.
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| Current rank (2025) | #76 |
| Babies named Danny in 2025 | 78 |
| Total recorded in Ireland | 2,046 |
| Peak year | 2021 (158 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #41 |
| Years in records | 1970–2025 (49 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 11 spots |
Frequently asked about Danny
What does the name Danny mean?
Danny means “God is my judge — answering to the highest authority” from Hebrew/English roots.
What is the origin of the name Danny?
Danny has Hebrew/English origin. The traditional meaning is “God is my judge — answering to the highest authority”.
How popular is Danny in Ireland?
Danny ranked #76 in Ireland in 2025 — given to 78 babies that year.
When was Danny most popular?
Danny peaked in 2021 with 158 babies registered that year in Ireland.
Is Danny a boy or girl name?
Danny is predominantly a boys' name in Ireland — over 90% of Dannys in registered births are male.
Is the name Danny rising or falling in popularity?
Danny has fallen 11 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Ireland — from #65 in 2020 to #76 in 2025.
How long has Danny been recorded in Ireland?
Danny appears in birth records in Ireland across 49 years — from 1970 through 2025.