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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.