What does the baby name Dannie mean? Learn about what Dannie means, its history & origin, popularity in our random name database, pronunciation, similar names, nicknames & spelling variations.
Dannie - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity
As a diminutive form of 'Daniel', the name 'Dannie' shares the same etymology. 'Daniel' comes from the Hebrew name דָּנִיֵּאל (Daniyyel), which consists of two elements: 'dan' meaning 'judge' and 'el' meaning 'God'. Therefore, the name 'Dannie' can be interpreted as 'God is my judge' in a shortened form.
The name 'Dannie', as a diminutive of 'Daniel', carries the cultural significance associated with the original name. In biblical contexts, the name 'Daniel' is associated with a figure in the Old Testament who possessed wisdom, courage, and faith. 'Daniel' is revered as a prophet and a symbol of righteousness.