Daniel
دانيال/DAN-yel/
God is my judge
About the name Daniel
Daniel comes from the Hebrew Dāniyyēl, meaning God is my judge, a declaration of faith and moral accountability. It is borne by the biblical prophet famed for his wisdom and steadfastness in the lions' den, revered in Jewish, Christian and Islamic tradition alike. The name conveys integrity, discernment and calm strength. Timeless and international, Daniel remains among the most enduringly popular names worldwide.
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- Hebrew
- In Arabic
- دانيال
- Pronunciation
- DAN-yel
- Also spelled
- Danyal, Daniyal, Danial, Daniyar
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Daniel mean?+
Daniel (دانيال) is a name of Hebrew origin, meaning “God is my judge”.
What is the origin of the name Daniel?+
Daniel is a name of Hebrew origin.
Is Daniel a boy or a girl name?+
Daniel is traditionally used as a boy's name.
How is Daniel pronounced and spelled?+
Daniel is pronounced DAN-yel and is written دانيال in Arabic. It is also spelled Danyal, Daniyal, Danial, Daniyar.