Daniel: Name Meaning and Origin
Pronounced: DAN-yuhl · 3 syllables
Everything about the name Daniel: what it means, where it comes from, how to say it, and how popular it is right now.
Meaning
«God is my judge»
Gender
Boy
Origin
Hebrew
Popularity
86 out of 100
About the Name Daniel
Daniel is a boy's name with Hebrew roots, traditionally understood to mean "God is my judge." Names like this one tend to feel meaningful yet easy to wear from childhood into adulthood.
Pronounced DAN-yuhl, Daniel runs to 3 syllables and has a rhythm that is easy to say in many languages. Familiar short forms include Dan, Danny, Dane. Across languages you'll also come across related forms and spellings such as Daniele, Danilo.
Today Daniel is a well-loved favorite, with a popularity score of 86 out of 100 among families browsing FaceCast. In feel it reads as biblical, classic. If you are already picturing the child who might one day carry it, FaceCast's AI baby generator lets you and your partner upload a photo and preview your future baby's face — a light, private way to imagine a little Daniel.
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FAQ
What does the name Daniel mean?+
The name Daniel means "God is my judge".
What is the origin of the name Daniel?+
Daniel is a name of Hebrew origin.
Is Daniel a girl or boy name?+
Daniel is traditionally a boy name.
How do you pronounce Daniel?+
Daniel is pronounced DAN-yuhl (3 syllables).
What are common nicknames for Daniel?+
Popular short forms include Dan, Danny, Dane.
Is Daniel a popular name?+
Daniel is a well-loved favorite, scoring 86 out of 100 in our popularity index.
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