Will my child share the name Dani with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 7 UK babies named Dani per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Dani in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Dani becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Dani is declining: down 1,013 places since 2020, to #2,952 in 2025. It peaked at #571 in 1996.

Is Dani popular in the US as well as the UK?

Dani is more popular in the US (#680) than in the UK (#2575). Names with strong rankings in both countries tend to have broad cross-cultural appeal, working well for international families or those with ties to both nations.

Is Dani a popular baby name in the United States?

Dani ranks #680 in the US top 1,000 (2024). It's recognised in America but considerably more popular in the UK.

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Dani is a distinctive choice, ranked #2952 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Dani in their class.

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UK Rank 2025

#2952

US Rank #680

About the Name Dani

Dani has seen a notable decline in recent years, dropping 636 places in five years. It was most popular in 1996 at #571 — parents choosing it today are making a deliberately counter-trend decision. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996.

Dani is rare in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Dani in their class.

In the US it ranks even higher at #680, where it enjoys a particularly strong following.