Daniel: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: da-hne-e-e-hl
Origin: Israel
gender-male

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Updated on Aug 14, 2024 · 2 mins read
Region Origin: Middle East
Meaning: God is my judge

Daniel is a given name that has its origins in the Hebrew language. It is derived from the Hebrew word "Daniyyel," which means "God is my judge" or "let God be my judge". The name Daniel is significant in the Bible, as it was borne by a Hebrew prophet who was a captive in Babylon during the sixth century B.C. The Babylonian king Nebuchadnezzar renamed the young prophet after he had a vision of four empires symbolized by beasts. The name Daniel is popular in various forms across different cultures and languages. It has been adopted as a first name by many people, both as a birth name and as a nickname. Some common variations of the name include Dan, Danny, and Danielle. The name's popularity can be attributed to its rich historical and religious associations, as well as its universal meaning of "God is my judge".

Daniel Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Daniel is currently #70 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Daniel is currently #70 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Daniel is currently #68 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Daniel is currently #68 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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Famous People Named Daniel

This section lists notable individuals and public figures named Daniel, showcasing their achievements and contributions in various fields.

  • Daniel Radcliffe: Daniel Radcliffe is an English actor known for his role as Harry Potter in the "Harry Potter" film series.
  • Daniel Craig: Daniel Craig is an English actor known for his role as James Bond in the "James Bond" film series.
  • Daniel Day-Lewis: Daniel Day-Lewis is an English actor known for his roles in "Lincoln," "There Will Be Blood," and "Gangs of New York."
  • Daniel Bruhl: Daniel Bruhl is a Spanish-German actor known for his roles in "Inglourious Basterds," "Rush," and "Captain America
  • Daniel Kaluuya: Daniel Kaluuya is a British actor known for his roles in "Get Out," "Black Panther," and "Judas and the Black Messiah."

 

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