دانيال

Danyal

boyHebrew, via Arabic

Danyal is a Muslim boy name meaning “God is my judge (Prophet Daniel)”.

MeaningGod is my judge (Prophet Daniel)
GenderBoy
OriginHebrew, via Arabic
Arabic spellingدانيال
Pronunciationdan-YAAL
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Danyal

Danyal is a shorter spelling of Daniyal, the Arabic and Persian form of the prophet Daniel, from Hebrew 'God is my judge'. Although Daniel is not mentioned by name in the Quran, he is honoured in Muslim tradition as a prophet, and his reputed tomb at Susa in Iran is a place of visitation. The spelling Danyal is popular in Pakistan and the UK.

Is Danyal a Muslim name?

Yes. Danyal is the Muslim form of the prophet Daniel's name and is widely used by Muslim families.

Where is the name Danyal used?

Popular in Pakistan and among British Pakistani families.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Danyal mean?

Danyal means 'God is my judge (Prophet Daniel)'. It comes from Hebrew, via Arabic.

Is Danyal a Muslim name?

Yes. Danyal is the Muslim form of the prophet Daniel's name and is widely used by Muslim families.

How do you write Danyal in Arabic?

Danyal is written دانيال in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Danyal?

Danyal is pronounced dan-YAAL.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.