Danette

Italian, Polish, Czech, feminine variation of Daniel

"from Denmark, gift, or wise"

Danette Origin and Meaning

The name Danette is a girl's name of French origin.

Danette is a feminine name of French origin, functioning as a diminutive form of Dana or Danielle, which themselves derive from the masculine Daniel, meaning "God is my judge" in Hebrew. Popular primarily during the 1950s and 1960s in the United States, Danette exemplifies the trend of creating feminine names by adding the French-inspired suffix "-ette" to create a delicate, feminine variation. The name has a vintage charm that evokes mid-century aesthetics. While its popularity has declined since its peak, Danette maintains appeal for those drawn to retro names or seeking to honor relatives from that era. The name carries a gentle sophistication with its French styling while maintaining familiar roots.

Danette Rank in US Top 1000

# 962 in the US

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Famous People Named Danette

• Danette Holden American Broadway actress
• Danette Maxx "Dann" Couto Thomas American comic book writer
• Danette Velasco Nuestra Belleza México 1999