Boy name
Daniel name meaning
“God is my judge”
Daniel is a masculine name of Hebrew origin meaning God is my judge. It comes from Dāniyyēl, combining elements meaning my judge and God. The name is known through the biblical figure Daniel and also appears in various European language forms derived from the Hebrew name.
What does Daniel mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Daniel
From Hebrew Dāniyyēl, combining elements meaning my judge and God. The name is known through the biblical Daniel and its forms in European languages.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Name combinations with Daniel
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Daniel, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
Daniel as a first name
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Daniel Mikha
Interpretation
A picture of God as judge, asking who is like God.Meaning of each word
- Daniel: God is my judge
- Mikha: who is like God?
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Interpretation
May Yahweh bring salvation and God, the judge, provide help.Meaning of each word
- Daniel: God is my judge
- Yosua: Yahweh saves
- Lasarus: God has given help
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Daniel Stevie
Interpretation
May a crown of honor accompany life with God as judge.Meaning of each word
- Daniel: God is my judge
- Stevie: crown or wreath of honor
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Interpretation
May nobility and a crown of honor accompany God's judgment.Meaning of each word
- Daniel: God is my judge
- Agustino: venerable, worthy of respect
- Steve: crown, wreath of honor
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Daniel Eliezer
Interpretation
May God's help accompany a life with God as judge.Meaning of each word
- Daniel: God is my judge
- Eliezer: God is my help
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Daniel Leonardo
Interpretation
May courage like a lion's accompany life with God as judge.Meaning of each word
- Daniel: God is my judge
- Leonardo: brave as a lion
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Daniel Valentino
Interpretation
May strength and physical fitness accompany life with God as judge.Meaning of each word
- Daniel: God is my judge
- Valentino: strong, healthy
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Daniel Joey Oktavianus
Interpretation
May God grant increase to the eighth, with God as judge.Meaning of each word
- Daniel: God is my judge
- Joey: may God add
- Oktavianus: the eighth
Daniel as a middle name
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Interpretation
A picture of descending waters joined together, with God as judge.Meaning of each word
- Yordan: that which flows down
- Daniel: God is my judge
- Levi: joined, attached
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Interpretation
May God exalt rocklike firmness, with God serving as judge.Meaning of each word
- Jeremy: God will exalt
- Daniel: God is my judge
- Pit: stone, rock
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Eben Daniel Oktavianus
Interpretation
A picture of the eighth as solid as stone, with God judging.Meaning of each word
- Eben: stone; stone of help
- Daniel: God is my judge
- Oktavianus: the eighth
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Interpretation
May justice and a crown of victory accompany God's judgment.Meaning of each word
- Justin: just, upright
- Daniel: God is my judge
- Stevano: crown, victory wreath
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Interpretation
A picture of a messenger crowned with victory, with God judging.Meaning of each word
- Stevano: crown, victory wreath
- Daniel: God is my judge
- Angelo: angel, messenger
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Interpretation
May rebirth bring renewed courage, with God serving as judge.Meaning of each word
- Rene: reborn, born anew
- Daniel: God is my judge
- Andrew: manly, courageous
Daniel as a last name
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Axel Daniel
Interpretation
May a father's peace accompany a life with God as judge.Meaning of each word
- Axel: father is peace
- Daniel: God is my judge
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Yosia Daniel
Interpretation
May Yahweh provide support and healing, with God as judge.Meaning of each word
- Yosia: Yahweh supports or heals
- Daniel: God is my judge
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Eben Daniel
Interpretation
A picture of firmness like stone, with God serving as judge.Meaning of each word
- Eben: stone; stone of help
- Daniel: God is my judge
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Andrei Daniel
Interpretation
May boldness and bravery accompany a life with God as judge.Meaning of each word
- Andrei: manly, brave
- Daniel: God is my judge
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Sean Daniel
Interpretation
May God's abundant love accompany a life with God as judge.Meaning of each word
- Sean: God is gracious
- Daniel: God is my judge
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Lasarus Daniel
Interpretation
A picture of help already given by God, who serves as judge.Meaning of each word
- Lasarus: God has given help
- Daniel: God is my judge
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How to pronounce Daniel
| Syllables | 3 · 6 letters · 6-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦢꦤꦶꦲꦺꦭ꧀ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮓᮔᮤᮈᮜ᮪ |
Is Daniel a boy’s name?
Yes, Daniel is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 97% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Daniel ranks #85 among boy names in our data sample (170 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Daniel
Names with related meanings
- Yusuf♂May God add
- Wahyu♂♀Divine message or inspiration
- Indra♂Name of the god of rain and thunder
- Abdullah♂Servant of Allah
- Ismail♂God hears
- Iwan♂God is gracious
- Yohanes♂God has shown favour
- John♂God grants grace
- Firman♂God's word, divine command
- Denny♂Associated with the god Dionysos
- Deni♂Associated with the god Dionysos
- Samuel♂Name of God
Famous people named Daniel
- Daniel Mananta · b. 1981
- Daniel Marthin · b. 2001
- Daniel Tata · b. 1990
- Daniel Dhakidae · b. 1945
- Daniel Johan · b. 1972
- Daniel Tjen · b. 1957
- Daniel Adityajaya · b. 1969
- Daniel Eduard Indey
- Daniel Murdiyarso · b. 1955
- Daniel Roekito · b. 1952
- Daniel Tahi Monang Silitonga
- Daniel Wenas · b. 1992
FAQ about the name Daniel
What is the meaning of Daniel?
Daniel means God is my judge. From Hebrew Dāniyyēl, combining elements meaning my judge and God. The name is known through the biblical Daniel and its forms in European languages.
Is Daniel a boy’s name?
Yes, Daniel is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 97% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Daniel?
Daniel is of Hebrew origin.
How many syllables does Daniel have?
Daniel has 3 syllables (Da-ni-el) and 6 letters.
How popular is the name Daniel?
Daniel ranks #85 among boy names in our data sample (170 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Daniel?
Some ideas: Daniel Mikha; Yordan Daniel Levi; Axel Daniel.
Famous people named Daniel?
Notable people named Daniel include Daniel Mananta, Daniel Marthin, Daniel Tata.
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