Daniel
Daniel is a Muslim boy name meaning “God is my judge”.
| Meaning | God is my judge |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hebrew (Biblical), Arabic form Dāniyāl |
| Arabic spelling | دانيال |
| Pronunciation | DAN-yel |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Daniel
Daniel is the Hebrew form of the name of the prophet known in Arabic as Dāniyāl. It means 'God is my judge'. Daniel is not named in the Quran, but Muslim tradition honours him as a prophet, and a tomb attributed to him in Susa, Iran, is a site of visitation. In Turkish and Bosnian the name appears as Danyal or Danijal.
Is Daniel a Muslim name?
Yes, Daniel is used by Muslims, especially in Turkey, the Balkans, Central Asia and the West, because it is the name of the prophet Daniyal honoured in Islamic tradition. Families who want the Islamic form can choose Daniyal.
Where is the name Daniel used?
Used worldwide; among Muslims the form Daniyal is common in Pakistan and Danyal in Turkey.
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Spellings and variants of Daniel
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Daniel mean?
Daniel means 'God is my judge'. It comes from Hebrew (Biblical), Arabic form Dāniyāl.
Is Daniel a Muslim name?
Yes, Daniel is used by Muslims, especially in Turkey, the Balkans, Central Asia and the West, because it is the name of the prophet Daniyal honoured in Islamic tradition. Families who want the Islamic form can choose Daniyal.
How do you write Daniel in Arabic?
Daniel is written دانيال in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Daniel?
Daniel is pronounced DAN-yel.