Danley is of American origin, derived from an English surname which was derived from a Norman French given name "Danel," meaning "from Denmark." This name is often used as both a first name and a surname, but it's more commonly found in the United States as a given name for boys. It gained some popularity in the mid-20th century but has since become less common. There are no significant historical figures or cultural references associated with the name Danley that have significantly influenced its usage or perception.
"Interestingly, the name Danley was quite popular between 1949 and 2000, with a peak of six births in the year 2000. Over these decades, there were a total of twenty-six babies named Danley."