Hebrew boy name
Daniel Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Daniel means god is my judge. From the Hebrew Daniyyel, meaning God is my judge.
Daniel is a Hebrew name meaning God is my judge. The prophet Daniel in the Hebrew Bible is a wise advisor in the Babylonian court who survives the lions' den, and he is honoured in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. The name was used in the Middle Ages across Europe and has remained steady ever since. It has a range of forms such as Daniil in Russian and Danilo in Slavic countries, and Danny and Dan are the usual short versions. Daniel Radcliffe, who played Harry Potter, is a recognised bearer. The name is classic and gentle.
Variants of Daniel
DanialDannyDanDaniilDanilo
Well-known people named Daniel
Daniel Radcliffe.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Daniel mean?
Daniel means "god is my judge". From the Hebrew Daniyyel, meaning God is my judge.
How do you pronounce Daniel?
Daniel is pronounced DAN-yel.
What is the origin of Daniel?
Daniel is of Hebrew origin. From the Hebrew Daniyyel, meaning God is my judge.