Danny
noun
a male given name, form of Daniel.
Danny
American
[dan-ee]
/ ˈdæn i /
noun
danny
British
/ ˈdænɪ /
noun
Etymology
Origin of danny
probably from dandy, childish pronunciation of hand
Example Sentences
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But you can get even more out of your cloves, Danny Palumbo explains in “Make Garlic Grate Again.”
From Slate • Jun. 15, 2026
“We’ve gotten bit by the long ball, obviously in Pittsburgh, and here tonight,” said bench coach Danny Lehmann, filling in Sunday for manager Dave Roberts while he attended his daughter’s college graduation.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 14, 2026
The choice of Emily Armstrong upset some fans, who pointed to her alleged ties to the Church of Scientology and past support for US actor and convicted rapist Danny Masterson.
From BBC • Jun. 13, 2026
Former England midfielder Danny Murphy, who was co-commentating for BBC Sport, added: "Any adaptation of the rules which means diving gets more punishment is good."
From BBC • Jun. 13, 2026
The gold ignited around the black ink, and Danny read those chosen words out loud: “ ‘Beware the place where shadows rise.’
From "The Way to Rio Luna" by Zoraida Cordova
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