Danica
Serbian · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Danica
Danica means "morning star" or "from Denmark" and derives from the Slavic word "danica" (dawn/morning star) or the Latin "Danicus" (of Denmark).
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Etymology
Danica means "morning star" or "from Denmark" and derives from the Slavic word "danica" (dawn/morning star) or the Latin "Danicus" (of Denmark). The name is primarily used in Slavic-speaking countries, particularly among Catholic and Orthodox Christian populations, with growing adoption in North America through figures like actress Danica McKellar.
Danica currently ranks #1,634 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2007.
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