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Danilo

BoyItalian

Danilo is a boy name of Italian origin meaning "God is my judge".

About this name

Gender
Boy
Language
Italian
Religion
Christian
Popularity
2 / 100
Syllables
3
Length
6 letters
Meaning
God is my judge
Etymology
Italian form of Daniel, from Hebrew Daniyyel, meaning 'God is my judge'.

Famous People Named Danilo

  • Danilo TürkPresident of Slovenia from 2007 to 2012
  • DaniloBrazilian association football player (born 1991)
  • Danilo Medinaformer president of the Dominican Republic
  • Danilo PereiraPortuguese association football player
  • Danilo Di LucaItalian cyclist

Frequently Asked Questions About Danilo

What does the name Danilo mean?

Danilo means "God is my judge", and is of Italian origin.

What is the origin of the name Danilo?

Danilo originates from Italian, commonly used in Europe.

Is Danilo a boy or girl name?

Danilo is typically used as a boy name.

What religion is the name Danilo associated with?

Danilo is associated with Christian.

Are there famous people named Danilo?

Yes — notable people named Danilo include Danilo Türk (President of Slovenia from 2007 to 2012), Danilo (Brazilian association football player, born 1991), Danilo Medina (former president of the Dominican Republic), Danilo Pereira (Portuguese association football player) and Danilo Di Luca (Italian cyclist).

Last updated: June 2026