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Latest revision as of 16:55, 22 March 2025
Daniel is a common male given name and a surname of Hebrew origin. It means, "God is my judge", and derives from two early biblical figures, primary among them Daniel from the Book of Daniel. It is a common given name for males, and is also used as a surname. It is also the name of various places and has other meanings.
Etymology[edit]
The name Daniel is derived from the Hebrew name דָּנִיֵּאל (Dāniyyêl), meaning "God is my Judge", from the roots דִּין (dīn, "to judge") and אֵל (ʾēl, "God"). Daniel is a masculine given name and a surname of Hebrew origin. It is found in many different cultures around the world. It is also a common forename.
Biblical references[edit]
In the Bible, Daniel is a heroic figure from the Book of Daniel, known for his faithfulness to God and his prophetic visions. Daniel was a noble Jewish youth of Jerusalem, who was taken into captivity by Nebuchadnezzar of Babylon and was trained in the king's service.
People named Daniel[edit]
There are many notable people named Daniel, including:
- Daniel, a figure in the Book of Daniel
- Daniel Boone, American pioneer
- Daniel Craig, English actor
- Daniel Radcliffe, English actor
- Daniel Day-Lewis, English actor
Places named Daniel[edit]
There are also several places named Daniel:
- Daniel, Wyoming, a town in the United States
- Daniel Island, South Carolina, a neighborhood in the city of Charleston in the United States
Other uses[edit]
Daniel is also used in other contexts:
- Book of Daniel, a book in the Bible
- Daniel, a song by Elton John
