girl name · Slavic origin
Danica
/ DAH-nee-tsah /
Meaning
Danica means Morning star (Slavic).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Slavic
Pronunciation
DAH-nee-tsah
Popularity
#1634 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Danica in the US, 1880–2025
Danica first appears in US records in 1916. It peaked in 2007, when 1,109 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 127.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Danica mean?
Danica means “morning star” in the Slavic languages.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Danica mean?
Danica means Morning star. Danica means “morning star” in the Slavic languages.
What is the origin of the name Danica?
Danica is of Slavic origin.
How do you pronounce Danica?
Danica is pronounced “DAH-nee-tsah.”
Is Danica a boy or a girl name?
Danica is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Danica?
In 2025, Danica ranked #1634 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Danica most popular?
Danica was most popular in 2007, when about 1,109 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.