girl name · Spanish origin
Daniela
/ dah-nee-EH-lah /
Meaning
Daniela means God is my judge (Spanish).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Spanish
Pronunciation
dah-nee-EH-lah
Popularity
#302 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Daniela in the US, 1880–2025
Daniela first appears in US records in 1947. It peaked in 2007, when 3,079 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 1,009.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Daniela mean?
Daniela is the Spanish feminine of Daniel, “God is my judge.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Daniela mean?
Daniela means God is my judge. Daniela is the Spanish feminine of Daniel, “God is my judge.”
What is the origin of the name Daniela?
Daniela is of Spanish origin.
How do you pronounce Daniela?
Daniela is pronounced “dah-nee-EH-lah.”
Is Daniela a boy or a girl name?
Daniela is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Daniela?
In 2025, Daniela ranked #302 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Daniela most popular?
Daniela was most popular in 2007, when about 3,079 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.