| Meaning | God is my judge, God has judged |
| Origin | Slavic |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 6 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Syllabification | Da-ni-lo |
Danilo is a captivating and timeless name of Slavic origin, which has charmed parents across various cultures for generations. Rooted in the renowned name Daniel, Danilo holds a deep spiritual significance, embodying the idea of divine protection and strength. Its meaning, "God is my judge" or "God is my strength," adds a layer of faith and resilience to the name.
The name Danilo's melodic and exotic sound, with its ending "o," imparts a strong and confident aura. It is a name that conveys both a sense of tradition and a touch of modernity, making it an ideal choice for parents seeking a balanced and distinguished name for their baby boy.
With its versatility, Danilo is equally at home in various regions, from Southern Europe to South America, where it has adorned the lives of remarkable individuals in fields like sports, arts, and politics. Whether shortened to Dan or adorned with affectionate nicknames, Danilo is a name that will accompany a child throughout life with elegance and strength.
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| Danilo Luiz da Silva | Brazilian professional footballer, commonly known as Danilo |
| Danilo Petrucci | Italian motorcycle racer in MotoGP |
| Danilo Gallinari | Italian professional basketball player in the NBA |
| Danilo Türk | Slovenian diplomat and former President of Slovenia |
| Danilo Medina | Former President of the Dominican Republic |
| Danilo Montero | Costa Rican Christian music singer and songwriter |
| Danilo Rea | Italian jazz pianist |
| Danilo Kis | Serbian writer and essayist |
| Danilo Gentili | Brazilian comedian and television host |
| Danilo Ikodinović | Serbian water polo player and Olympic gold medalist |
| Danilo "Danny" Torrance | From Stephen King's novel "Doctor Sleep" |
| Danilo Thann | A character from the "Forgotten Realms" series of novels |
| Danilo Silva | Protagonist in John Grisham's novel "The Firm" |
| Danilo Bagrov | From the Russian film "Brother" |
| Danilo "Nilo" de Silva | From the Brazilian TV series "A Favorita" |
| Danilo Westford | A character from the anime "Last Exile" |
| Danilo Kamperidis | A character from the German TV series "Türkisch für Anfänger" |
| Danilo Beauchamp | From the novel "The Rhythm of Memory" by Alyson Richman |
| Danilo Anton | A character from the video game "Ace Combat 5" |