What origin is the name Danby?

Danby comes from Scandinavian naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

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Names from the same scandinavian tradition pair naturally with Danby — for example Mia, Elsa, Freya. You can browse more on our scandinavian names page.

Danby

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Danby

Danby

Boy

Scandinavian

2 syllables

Danby is a Scandinavian boy's name meaning "Settlement.".

Danby is a boy name of Scandinavian origin meaning "Settlement.". It has 2 syllables.

Origin: Scandinavian
Gender: Boy
Syllables: 2

Meaning compiled from public name lists.

Last updated 22 October 2026.

Meaning

Settlement.

Popularity

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What does Danby mean?

Danby is a boy name of Scandinavian origin meaning "Settlement.".

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