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Daniel

Meaning: God is my judge

About Daniel

Daniel is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin. Its most-cited short meaning is “God is my judge,” a sense that travels well across languages. Related spellings and variants include Dan. Indicative pronunciation: DAN-yel. Popular note: Global, strong. When considering Daniel, check how it sounds with a surname, everyday nicknames, and spelling confusion across countries.

Origin

Hebrew

Variants

Dan

Pronunciation

DAN-yel

Popularity note

Global, strong

FAQ — Daniel

What does the name Daniel mean?

Short meaning: God is my judge. See the long description above for cultural context.

What is the origin of Daniel?

Most associated origin: Hebrew.

Are there variants of Daniel?

Related forms: Dan.