Boy Name · English Origin
Danilo
Danilo is a boy baby name of English origin, meaning "Gift of grace". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Danilo often also consider Daniele.
Danilo meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Gift of grace
Origin: English naming roots help connect Danilo to related English baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Danilo as D·A·N·I·L·O, with 6 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Danilo is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Danilo variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Daniloa, Daniloe, Daniloy, Danil.
- Nicknames: Dan and D.
- Middle names: Pair Danilo with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Danilo middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Daniele, Daniel, Danial, Danell, Donley — full picks on the sibling names for Danilo guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Danilo? Browse our names like Danilo guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Danilo
What does the name Danilo mean?
Danilo means "Gift of grace" and is of English origin.
What is the origin of Danilo?
Danilo originates in English naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Danilo?
Danilo has 6 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Danilo a boy's or girl's name?
Danilo is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Danilo in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Danilo sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Danilo?
Names that share Danilo's sound and style include Daniele, Daniel, Danial, Danell, Donley.
What middle names pair well with Danilo?
Good middle-name fits for Danilo pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Danilo is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Danilo is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Danilo?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Danilo share its rhythm without rhyming — Daniele, Daniel, Danial all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.