Daniyal
Daniyal is a Muslim boy name of Hebrew, via Arabic origin, meaning “God is my judge (Prophet Daniel)”.
| Meaning | God is my judge (Prophet Daniel) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hebrew, via Arabic |
| Written as | دانيال |
| Pronunciation | daa-nee-YAAL |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, Iran, India, Gulf States |
Meaning and origin of Daniyal
Daniyal is how Arabic and Persian render Daniel, which in Hebrew carries the sense 'God is my judge'. The Quran does not mention Daniel by name, yet Muslims revere him as a righteous prophet, and a shrine believed to hold his grave is revered at Susa in Iran. In South Asia the name became famous through Prince Daniyal, a son of the Mughal emperor Akbar.
Is Daniyal a Muslim name?
Daniyal is a traditional Muslim name and the Islamic form of the prophet Daniel's name. Pakistan and Iran are where it is most popular.
How popular is Daniyal?
It is very popular in Pakistan and is also used in Iran, India and the Arab world.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Daniyal mean?
Daniyal means 'God is my judge (Prophet Daniel)'. It is of Hebrew, via Arabic origin.
Is Daniyal a Muslim name?
Daniyal is a traditional Muslim name and the Islamic form of the prophet Daniel's name. Pakistan and Iran are where it is most popular.
How do you pronounce Daniyal?
Daniyal is pronounced daa-nee-YAAL.
Is Daniyal a boy or girl name?
Daniyal is usually a boy name.