Girl
Danae
dried up, parched
About Danae
The mythological connections of this name bring a sense of classical beauty and enduring strength. Danae represents grace under pressure and quiet resilience, qualities many parents hope to instill in their daughters. The two-syllable structure keeps it concise while the pronunciation offers a touch of the unexpected. This name bridges ancient heritage with contemporary style, never feeling antiquated despite its historical roots. Danae works internationally, recognized across various cultures while maintaining its distinctive character. The name has an understated elegance that doesn't rely on embellishment or trendy additions. It photographs beautifully, scribes well, and ages gracefully, remaining appropriate from nursery through retirement. The subtle sophistication makes it a choice that rewards both the bearer and those who encounter it.
Popularity of the Name Danae
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | Canada | |
|---|---|---|
| 1987 | #1000 | |
| 1990 | #974 | |
| 1991 | #911 | #921 |
| 1992 | #952 | #972 |
| 1993 | #669 | |
| 1994 | #684 | |
| 1995 | #800 | |
| 1996 | #741 | |
| 1997 | #820 | |
| 1998 | #881 | |
| 1999 | #710 | |
| 2000 | #539 | |
| 2001 | #445 | |
| 2002 | #604 | |
| 2003 | #654 | |
| 2004 | #512 | |
| 2005 | #629 | |
| 2006 | #668 | |
| 2007 | #816 | |
| 2008 | #802 | |
| 2009 | #741 | |
| 2010 | #813 | |
| 2011 | #639 | |
| 2012 | #577 | |
| 2013 | #859 | |
| 2014 | #770 | |
| 2015 | #889 | |
| 2017 | #797 |
Top names by country: United States · Canada
Variations of Name Danae
Names Similar to Danae
Nicknames for Danae
- Dana
- Dani
- Nae
- Annie
- Danny
Famous People Named Danae
| Danae Dörken | German pianist |
| Danae Stratou | Greek artist and sculptor |
| Danae Brook | Australian actress |
| Danae Ringelmann | Co-founder of Indiegogo, a crowdfunding platform |
| Danae Elon | Filmmaker and author |
| Danae Couch | American swimmer and Olympic gold medalist |
| Danae Johnson | British cyclist |
| Danae Sweetapple | Canadian actress and writer |
| Danae Natsis | Australian cricketer |
| Danae Kyriakopoulou | Economist and Director of Research at OMFIF |
| Danae Tsekoura | Greek figure skater |
| Danae Clark | New Zealand rugby union player |
| Danae Greenfield | American jazz pianist |
| Danae Mlynarz | Chilean politician |
| Danae Reynaud | Mexican swimmer |
| Danae Mercer | Health and body-positive advocate |
| Danae Cantu | American soccer player |
| Danae King | American journalist and editor |
| Danae Cassandra | German musician and producer |
| Danae Gastl | Austrian biathlete |
Characters Named Danae
| Danae Walker | Character from the novel "A Woman of Substance" by Barbara Taylor Bradford |
| Danae Reyes | Character in the movie "Logan" - 2017 |
| Danae Summers | Character in the TV series "ER" |
| Danae Fowler | Character in the novel "The Sculptor" by Scott McCloud |
| Danae Anderson | Character in the TV series "The West Wing" |
| Danae Mitchell | Character in the TV series "Stargate SG-1" |
| Danae Price | Character in the book "The Anatomical Shape of a Heart" by Jenn Bennett |
| Danae Evans | Character in the TV series "Neighbours" |
| Danae Jackson | Character in the TV series "The 100" |
| Danae Parker | Character in the movie "The Reckoning" - 2020 |
| Danae Warren | Character in the book "Serpent & Dove" by Shelby Mahurin |
| Danae Miller | Character in the TV series "Gotham" |
| Danae Tate | Character in the movie "The Quiet" - 2005 |
| Danae Oliver | Character in the TV series "The Good Doctor" |
| Danae Williams | Character in the novel "The Fire Bringers" by David Klass |
| Danae Shepherd | Character in the TV series "Home and Away" |
| Danae Hart | Character in the movie "While You Were Sleeping" - 1995 |
| Danae Kelly | Character in the TV series "Casualty" |
| Danae Russo | Character in the movie "Ice Spiders" - 2007 |
| Danae Harper | Character in the TV series "The Vampire Diaries" |