UK girl's name
Danna
A feminine name of Spanish origin meaning "lady" or "noble lady".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Danna is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Danna popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4843, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2011, with 6 births.
This profile covers 57 England and Wales registrations across 14 recorded years from 1996 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales and NRS Scotland, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 67% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 60 living people in the UK are called Danna. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Danna ranked #4843 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2011, when 6 girls were registered as Danna.
- • Danna ranks best in Scotland in the latest published regional snapshot for that area, where it placed #611 in 1996.
- • About 60 living people in the UK are estimated to have Danna as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4843
2024
Births in 2024
4
Latest year
Peak year
2011
6 births
Estimated living
60
2026
Meaning
What does Danna mean?
The name Danna has its roots in the Sanskrit language, originating from the Indian subcontinent. It is believed to have emerged around the 5th century BCE. The name is derived from the Sanskrit word "dana," which means "giving" or "donation." It was often associated with generosity, charity, and selflessness.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Danna can be found in the ancient Hindu scriptures, the Vedas. In these sacred texts, the name is mentioned in reference to several notable figures who were known for their philanthropic acts and charitable deeds.
During the medieval period, the name Danna gained popularity in various parts of South Asia, particularly among Hindus and Buddhists. It was often given to individuals who were known for their compassionate nature and acts of kindness towards others.
In the 12th century CE, a renowned Buddhist scholar and monk named Danna Shri was revered for his contributions to the study and propagation of Buddhist teachings. His works and teachings had a profound impact on the Buddhist community of the time.
Another notable figure bearing the name Danna was a 16th-century Indian philanthropist and social reformer, Danna Bhatt. She is remembered for establishing a network of shelters and charitable institutions that provided aid and support to the underprivileged and destitute.
In the realm of literature, Danna Devi, a 17th-century Indian poet, is celebrated for her poignant and evocative works that explored themes of love, devotion, and spiritual enlightenment.
Moving into more recent history, Danna Singh Brar, a 19th-century Sikh military leader and reformer, played a significant role in the Indian Rebellion of 1857 against British colonial rule. He is remembered for his bravery and unwavering commitment to the cause of Indian independence.
Another notable figure was Danna Samant, a prominent Indian social activist and trade union leader in the 20th century, who fought tirelessly for the rights and welfare of workers and the underprivileged sections of society.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Danna over time
The chart below shows babies named Danna registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Danna, the clearest high point is 2011. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2024, compared with 6 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Danna by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Danna was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #5015 | 15 | 4 |
| 2010s | #4496 | 28 | 6 |
| 2000s | #4693 | 11 | 3 |
| 1990s | #3795 | 3 | 1 |
Geography
Where Danna is most common
The bars show the latest published local birth counts for Danna. They are useful for spotting where the name is showing up in real numbers, while the rank beside each bar shows how strongly it performs inside that region.
Danna ranks best in Scotland in the latest published regional snapshot for that area, where it placed #611 in 1996.
Across the UK
Danna in Scotland and Northern Ireland
Scotland (NRS)
#611 in 1996
1 years of NRS records, 3 total registered
Related
Names similar to Danna
- Daisy 49,435
- Danielle 13,507
- Darcie 11,010
- Darcy 10,516
- Darcey 9,708
- Delilah 9,098
- Demi 9,052
- Daniella 4,324
- Destiny 3,732
- Diana 3,258
- Dorothy 3,104
- Dolly 2,246
FAQ
Danna: questions and answers
How popular is the name Danna in the UK right now?
In 2024, Danna was ranked #4843 for girls in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Danna most popular?
The peak year on record was 2011, with 6 babies registered as Danna in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Danna?
A feminine name of Spanish origin meaning "lady" or "noble lady".
How many people are called Danna in the UK?
A total of 57 babies have been registered as Danna across the 14 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here, plus 3 more in Scotland.
Where is Danna most common?
In the latest published local rankings, Danna ranks best in Scotland, where it placed #611 in 1996. The regional bars on this page use birth counts, so they also reflect the size of each region.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.