Daniel
Daniel is a Jewish boy name of Hebrew origin, meaning “God is my judge”.
| Meaning | God is my judge |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | דָּנִיֵּאל |
| Pronunciation | DAN-yul |
| Tradition | Jewish, Christian, Muslim |
| Used in | Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Daniel
Daniel combines the Hebrew din, 'to judge', with El, 'God', giving 'God is my judge'. The Book of Daniel tells of a young Judean exile at the Babylonian court who interprets dreams and survives a night in the lions' den. The name has been in continuous use among Jews and Christians for millennia and is found in nearly every European language. In Islamic tradition the same figure is known as Danyal.
Is Daniel a Jewish name?
Daniel is the prophet of the biblical Book of Daniel, honoured in Judaism and Christianity; Muslims revere him as Danyal, though he is not named in the Quran.
How popular is Daniel?
One of the most widely used boys' names in the world, common across Europe, the Americas and Israel.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Daniel mean?
Daniel means 'God is my judge'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Daniel a Jewish name?
Daniel is the prophet of the biblical Book of Daniel, honoured in Judaism and Christianity; Muslims revere him as Danyal, though he is not named in the Quran.
How do you pronounce Daniel?
Daniel is pronounced DAN-yul.
Is Daniel a boy or girl name?
Daniel is usually a boy name.