Danilo

Danilo is the Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, Slovene, Serbian, and Croatian form of Daniel, a name rooted in the Hebrew name Daniyyel, meaning God is my judge, composed of the elements dan (to judge) and el (God). The name gained widespread use across Europe through the biblical prophet Daniel, whose story appears in the Old Testament. Danilo Kiš, the celebrated Yugoslav author, is among the name's notable modern bearers. Closely related forms include Daniele, Daniil, and Daniel itself.