Origin and Meaning of Daniel

God is my judge

Origin: Hebrew - Derived from the Hebrew name דָּנִיֵּאל (Daniyyel), which is composed of the elements 'dan' meaning 'to judge' and 'el' meaning 'God'.

• Daniel is a prominent figure in the Bible, known for his wisdom and ability to interpret dreams, notably in the Book of Daniel.
• The name has been widely used across various cultures and can be found in many forms, including Daniele (Italian), Daniil (Russian), and Danyal (Arabic).
• Notable bearers of the name include Daniel Day-Lewis (an acclaimed English actor) and Daniel Radcliffe (best known for his role as Harry Potter).
• Daniel has consistently ranked among the top names for boys in various countries, frequently appearing in the top 100 names for boys in the United States since the 1970s.
• Variations of the name include Danielson (a surname), Dani, and Dan, often used as nicknames.