Danae Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Danae is a name of Greek origin, meaning abundant or fertile, closely connected to the mythological figure who was the mother of Perseus. It has evolved from the ancient Greek Δανάη to the modern English Danae. The name carries connotations of creativity and strength, with no biblical relevance. Danae has seen a resurgence in popularity due to its unique sound and rich history.
The name Danae is most popular in Arizona, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Danae has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Danae' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15579th out of 16616 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3488th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1820th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1104th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1319th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1937th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Danae' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Danae"
Pronunciation
/ˈdæn.i/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Danae comes from Greek mythology, where Danae was the daughter of King Acrisius of Argos. She is known for being the mother of Perseus, the hero who defeated Medusa.
Meaning
Abundant, fertile
Language Evolution
Δανάη (Danaē) - Ancient Greek, Danae - Modern English
Historical Usage
The name Danae has been used since ancient times, becoming more popular in various cultures due to its mythological associations.
Variants & Derivatives
Dania, Danna, Dani
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Danae is perceived as a unique and elegant name, often associated with creativity and strength due to its mythological roots.
Famous People
Danae H. Oppenheimer - American entrepreneur, Danae Stratton - American artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Danae"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Danae"
"Danae" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 15579th of 16616 | 6 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3488th of 12526 | 224 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1820th of 19264 | 809 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1104th of 27321 | 2,461 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1319th of 35406 | 2,620 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1937th of 30306 | 1,251 |
Regional Popularity of "Danae" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Danae" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - |
94.59% 2625th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
68.85% 2022nd/2937 |
58.05% 2022nd/3483 |
- |
33.93% 1372nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
24.42% 900th/3685 |
27.26% 1220th/4475 |
32.48% 1687th/5194 |
13.93% 880th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
28.35% 1299th/4582 |
25.12% 1297th/5164 |
19.91% 1456th/7313 |
16.62% 1240th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
54.82% 2184th/3984 |
43.75% 1963rd/4487 |
27.60% 1883rd/6822 |
25.92% 1627th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Danae"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Danae" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.