Danial Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationDAN-yuhl / /ˈdæn.jəl/Hebrew; Arabic
Meaning
Hebrew: God is my judge; Arabic: the one who is guided
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Danial is a variant of Daniel, which has roots in Hebrew culture and is prominent in biblical texts. In the Hebrew Bible, Daniel is known for his wisdom and ability to interpret dreams. The name has also been adopted in various cultures, including Arabic, where it carries similar meanings. It has been a popular name in many countries, reflecting its enduring appeal.
Trend Summary
The name Danial has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in recent decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Daniel
- Danyal
International Variants
- Daniele (Italian)
- Daniil (Russian)
- Dani (Spanish)
- Danyal (Turkish)
Famous people named Danial
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Fictional characters named Danial
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Danial was first seen in the United States in 1880. Danial has ranked as high as #902 nationally, which occurred in 1957, and has been most popular in California, Michigan, Ohio, Illinois, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Danial has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Danial (2022)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 8 |
| 1881 | 10 |
| 1883 | 5 |
| 1884 | 7 |
| 1885 | 8 |
| 1886 | 6 |
| 1888 | 10 |
| 1890 | 5 |
| 1891 | 5 |
| 1892 | 7 |
| 1893 | 5 |
| 1894 | 7 |
| 1895 | 7 |
| 1897 | 5 |
| 1901 | 5 |
| 1903 | 5 |
| 1908 | 8 |
| 1909 | 6 |
| 1911 | 6 |
| 1912 | 7 |
| 1913 | 6 |
| 1914 | 15 |
| 1915 | 18 |
| 1916 | 27 |
| 1917 | 28 |
| 1918 | 16 |
| 1919 | 22 |
| 1920 | 32 |
| 1921 | 32 |
| 1922 | 28 |
| 1923 | 27 |
| 1924 | 23 |
| 1925 | 26 |
| 1926 | 39 |
| 1927 | 45 |
| 1928 | 28 |
| 1929 | 36 |
| 1930 | 37 |
| 1931 | 27 |
| 1932 | 31 |
| 1933 | 41 |
| 1934 | 36 |
| 1935 | 25 |
| 1936 | 35 |
| 1937 | 35 |
| 1938 | 42 |
| 1939 | 40 |
| 1940 | 52 |
| 1941 | 34 |
| 1942 | 59 |
| 1943 | 47 |
| 1944 | 47 |
| 1945 | 56 |
| 1946 | 75 |
| 1947 | 94 |
| 1948 | 103 |
| 1949 | 132 |
| 1950 | 163 |
| 1951 | 155 |
| 1952 | 186 |
| 1953 | 161 |
| 1954 | 203 |
| 1955 | 187 |
| 1956 | 188 |
| 1957 | 210 |
| 1958 | 188 |
| 1959 | 187 |
| 1960 | 174 |
| 1961 | 194 |
| 1962 | 203 |
| 1963 | 191 |
| 1964 | 198 |
| 1965 | 210 |
| 1966 | 172 |
| 1967 | 165 |
| 1968 | 149 |
| 1969 | 144 |
| 1970 | 155 |
| 1971 | 140 |
| 1972 | 153 |
| 1973 | 171 |
| 1974 | 124 |
| 1975 | 139 |
| 1976 | 136 |
| 1977 | 128 |
| 1978 | 131 |
| 1979 | 115 |
| 1980 | 105 |
| 1981 | 120 |
| 1982 | 141 |
| 1983 | 107 |
| 1984 | 105 |
| 1985 | 116 |
| 1986 | 116 |
| 1987 | 109 |
| 1988 | 105 |
| 1989 | 94 |
| 1990 | 94 |
| 1991 | 86 |
| 1992 | 86 |
| 1993 | 80 |
| 1994 | 79 |
| 1995 | 68 |
| 1996 | 85 |
| 1997 | 63 |
| 1998 | 56 |
| 1999 | 50 |
| 2000 | 56 |
| 2001 | 43 |
| 2002 | 56 |
| 2003 | 61 |
| 2004 | 51 |
| 2005 | 53 |
| 2006 | 47 |
| 2007 | 46 |
| 2008 | 39 |
| 2009 | 44 |
| 2010 | 25 |
| 2011 | 30 |
| 2012 | 33 |
| 2013 | 28 |
| 2014 | 36 |
| 2015 | 28 |
| 2016 | 30 |
| 2017 | 28 |
| 2018 | 30 |
| 2019 | 14 |
| 2020 | 19 |
| 2021 | 20 |
| 2022 | 17 |
| 2023 | 24 |
| 2024 | 15 |