Daniela
Girl name · 138 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Daniela: 138 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 9 births in 1975.
Daniela is the feminine form of Daniel, ultimately from the Hebrew name Daniyyel, meaning “God is my judge.” It carries a strong biblical heritage, borne by the prophet Daniel, and has been widely adopted across Europe and the Americas. Notable bearers include Slovak tennis star Daniela Hantuchová, who rose to world No. 5 and won multiple WTA titles; Portuguese-American actress Daniela Ruah, known for her role in *NCIS: Los Angeles*; and English actress Daniela Denby-Ashe, who played Janey in *EastEnders*. While no major places are named after a Daniela, the name shares its root with the Welsh river Don, which may stem from a similar divine association. Popular variants include Daniella and Danielle, with the Scottish spelling often favouring the simpler Daniela. It remains a graceful, international choice with enduring appeal.
Girl 33 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 19759 babies
- Latest (2023)
- #6304 babies
- Total births
- 138since 1975
- 5-year trend
- ▼ 6%vs prior 5y