Dani is of Hebrew origin and means 'God is my judge'. It's a unisex name, popular among both boys and girls. It is often associated with the Greek name Daniel, which means 'God is my judge'. Dani is also considered to be a short form of Danielle, a French name that translates to 'leading, guiding'. Notable figures named Dani include Danish footballer Daniel Agger, known as 'Dani', and British actress Dani Harmer.
The name Dani experienced a significant increase in popularity over time, with a steady rise from the 1950s to a peak in recent years. Between 1942 and 2023, there were a total of 9545 babies named Dani born each year, with the highest number recorded in 2022 at 429 births.