boy · Hebrew

Daniel

/DA-niel/

Meaning: God is my judge

Daniel at a glance

Meaning: God is my judge
Origin: Hebrew
Religion: Christian
Gender: boy
Pronunciation: DA-niel
Syllables: 2
Popularity: classic
Variants & Spellings: Daaniel, Danielah, Danielo, Danniel, Daanielah, Daanielo

Lucky details for Daniel

Number: 1
Color: Golden Yellow
Stone: Ruby
Flower: Sunflower
Day: Sunday
Planet: Sun
Zodiac: Leo
Metal: Gold

Daniel is a Hebrew name meaning “god is my judge”. Parents choose Daniel for its 2-syllable rhythm and its association with independent, pioneering, naturally in charge. In Chaldean numerology the letters of Daniel reduce to 1, a number linked with Sun and with people who are confident, original, decisive, protective of family.

Numerology

Chaldean value 1 — Independent, pioneering, naturally in charge.

Personality

Independent, pioneering, naturally in charge

Positive Traits

Confident, original, decisive, protective of family

Negative Traits

Can be stubborn and dislikes being told what to do

Career Suggestions

Entrepreneurship, leadership roles, design, sport

Nicknames

Dani Dany Day

Middle Names

Darsh Davyd Daareeus

Sibling Names

Abigail Bethano Elishev Rakhelie

Compatible Names

Aaron Benjaamin Daavid Ezrah Jaconie Leviye

FAQs about the name Daniel

What does the name Daniel mean?

Daniel means “god is my judge” and comes from a Hebrew root.

Is Daniel a boy or girl name?

Daniel is most often used as a boy name today.

How do you pronounce Daniel?

Daniel is pronounced DA-niel (2 syllables).

What is the lucky number for Daniel?

The lucky number for Daniel is 1, ruled by Sun.

What are good nicknames for Daniel?

Popular short forms include Dani, Dany, Day.