Female and male first names beginning with the letter “D”..

Danner is a German-origin masculine given name derived from the Middle High German word "taner," meaning "thresher." It originally referred to individuals who worked as threshers or were involved in grain milling, and has been associated with strength and hard work throughout history.

Danney is a rare French given name derived from the surname Dannay, originating from the ancient Germanic personal name Dano, meaning "from Denmark." It was first recorded as a given name during the 17th century in France and has since gained some popularity worldwide, associated with individuals appreciating French culture and history.

Danni is a charming Scandinavian name derived from 'Dagny,' meaning 'day' in Old Norse, associated with strength and independence.

Dannial is a rare, unique name with unknown origins and no widely accepted meaning.

Dannie is a Danish name derived from Old Norse Dagbjört, meaning 'bright as the day'.

Danniel is a Hebrew name meaning 'God is my judge', a variant of Daniel, first appearing in the Bible as one of four young men thrown into a lion's den.

Dannion is an Irish name with a distinctive history dating back centuries. Its meaning, "fiery" or "red-haired," reflects the fiery red hair common among Celtic people, and it has been traditionally passed down through Irish families to honor ancestors.

The name Dannis originates from Old Norse, combining 'dagr' (day) and 'hildr' (battle), translating to 'day battle'.

Dannon is an uncommon Irish boy's name derived from the ancient Irish surname Ó Donnchadha, meaning 'descendant of Donnchadh', itself composed of 'don' ('brown-haired' or 'strong') and 'chad' ('warrior').

Danny is an Irish male given name derived from Ó Donnghaile, meaning "descendant of Donnghal," which likely means "brown-haired stranger." It emerged as a standalone name in the mid-20th century, initially used as a pet form of Daniel. Notable figures include actors Danny Kaye and musicians like Danny Baker. Despite its Irish origins, it's globally popular and considered unisex.

Dannye is a unique, modern creation, with unknown origins and no clear etymological background.