The name Danielle is of French origin and means "leading from the hand". It's a feminine given name derived from the masculine name Daniel, which is ultimately derived from the Hebrew name Daniela, meaning "God is my judge". In France, Danielle is traditionally associated with the novel by Germaine Ácogny, "Danielle de Champsvallon", published in 1857. The name gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the mid-20th century and remains a popular choice today. Notable individuals named Danielle include American actress Danielle Steel and French singer Danielle Darrieux.
"Daneille's popularity peaked in the mid-80s with a high of 29 births in both 1986 and 1987, totaling 476 births from 1966 to 2004."