Girl
Danica
morning star
About Danica
Energy and brightness radiate from this spirited choice. Danica bounces along with three crisp syllables that feel dynamic and alive. The name carries an international flair, recognized across multiple cultures while remaining distinctive in English-speaking contexts. It suggests motion and vitality, perhaps reflecting parents who value activity, adventure, and living life fully. The hard consonants give it strength while the vowel sounds maintain femininity, creating ideal balance. Famous bearers have included athletes and performers, lending the name associations with achievement and confidence. It's substantial enough to stand professionally while friendly enough for everyday use. The nickname potential exists but isn't necessary—the full form works beautifully in all contexts. For parents wanting their daughter to have a name with spark and personality, something that suggests capability and charm in equal measure, Danica delivers consistently.
Popularity of the Name Danica
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | #923 | ||||
| 1978 | #964 | ||||
| 1979 | #895 | ||||
| 1980 | #929 | ||||
| 1981 | #958 | ||||
| 1982 | #950 | #350 | |||
| 1983 | #882 | ||||
| 1984 | #797 | ||||
| 1985 | #856 | ||||
| 1986 | #955 | ||||
| 1987 | #970 | ||||
| 1988 | #860 | ||||
| 1989 | #638 | ||||
| 1990 | #638 | ||||
| 1991 | #728 | #315 | |||
| 1992 | #771 | #315 | |||
| 1993 | #720 | #533 | #290 | ||
| 1994 | #774 | #386 | |||
| 1995 | #836 | #315 | #362 | ||
| 2005 | #611 | #364 | #255 | ||
| 2006 | #353 | #351 | #133 | ||
| 2007 | #307 | #326 | #154 | ||
| 2008 | #336 | #241 | #153 | ||
| 2009 | #379 | #238 | #168 | ||
| 2010 | #425 | #272 | #154 | ||
| 2011 | #459 | #410 | #200 | ||
| 2012 | #509 | #374 | #223 | ||
| 2013 | #558 | #991 | #221 | ||
| 2014 | #558 | #252 | |||
| 2015 | #708 | #419 | #291 | ||
| 2016 | #867 | #431 | |||
| 2017 | #871 | #409 | |||
| 2018 | #995 | #458 | |||
| 1997 | #895 | #401 | #345 | ||
| 1996 | #297 | #303 | |||
| 2000 | #385 | #325 | |||
| 2023 | #734 | ||||
| 1998 | #289 | ||||
| 1999 | #321 | ||||
| 2001 | #347 | ||||
| 2002 | #455 | ||||
| 2003 | #406 | ||||
| 2004 | #340 | ||||
| 2019 | #613 | ||||
| 2020 | #564 | ||||
| 2021 | #635 | ||||
| 2022 | #778 | ||||
| 2024 | #877 | ||||
| 2025 | #941 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Danica
Names Similar to Danica
Nicknames for Danica
- Dan
- Dani
- Nica
- Nicki
Famous People Named Danica
| Danica Patrick | American former professional racing driver |
| Danica McKellar | American actress and mathematician |
| Danica Dillon | American adult film actress |
| Danica Curcic | Danish-Serbian actress |
| Danica Thrall | English glamour model and television personality |
| Danica Roem | American politician and journalist |
| Danica Lawrence | American violinist |
| Danica Kragic | Swedish roboticist and professor |
| Danica Radojicic | Serbian tennis player |
| Danica DeCosto | American television personality |
| Danica Lani | Samoan-New Zealand actress and model |
| Danica Novgorodoff | American graphic novelist |
| Danica Bryant | Australian singer and songwriter |
| Danica Crotts | American soccer player |
| Danica Sotto | Filipina actress and TV host |
| Danica Abbott | Canadian actress |
| Danica Weeks | Australian widow and author |
| Danica Collins | American beauty queen |
Characters Named Danica
| Danica Harrod | Character in the novel "The Flight of the Silvers" by Daniel Price |
| Danica LeBlake | Character in the TV series "Elementary" |
| Danica Maupoissant | Character in the book "Angels' Blood" by Nalini Singh |
| Danica Harlick | Character in the TV series "Taken" |
| Danica Pure-Spring | Character in the video game "Skyrim" |
| Danica Shardae | Character in the book "The Enchantress" by Michael Scott |
| Danica Talos | Character in the comic book "Blade - Trinity" |
| Danica Bennett | Character in the movie "The Muse" |
| Danica Maris | Character in the novel "Where Shadows Dance" by C.S. Harris |