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Boy name

Daniel

Daniel is a boy’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “god is my judge.” It currently ranks #17 for US boys and is steady.

Meaning
God is my judge.
Origin
Hebrew
US rank
#18
Syllables
2
Letters
6
Starts with
D

Daniel's popularity over time

→ Steady
#17 in 2023Peak rank #10US SSA · boys
#1#9#17201320182023

Source: US Social Security Administration national name data. Lower rank = more popular.

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Frequently asked about Daniel

What does the name Daniel mean?

Daniel means "God is my judge." and is of Hebrew origin.

Is Daniel a boy or girl name?

Daniel is most commonly used as a boy name in the United States.

How popular is the name Daniel?

Daniel ranked #17 for US boys in 2023. Over the past decade its popularity has been steady (peak rank #10).

How many syllables are in Daniel?

Daniel has 2 syllables and 6 letters.

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