Daniels Boy
Origin(s)
Hebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: God is my judge; English: son of Daniel
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Daniels is derived from the Hebrew name Daniel, which means 'God is my judge.' It has been used in various cultures, particularly in English-speaking countries. The name gained popularity in the Middle Ages and has remained in use as both a first name and a surname. As a surname, it often indicates lineage, meaning 'son of Daniel.'
Trend Summary
The name Daniels has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, often ranking within the top 1000 names.
Similar Names
Dan, Dante, Darius, Dustin, Dawson, Dorian, Denzel
Variants
- Daniel
- Daniels
International Variants
- Daniele (Italian)
- Daniil (Russian)
- Dániel (Hungarian)
- Dani (Spanish)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Daniels was first seen in the United States in 1945. Daniels has ranked as high as #918 nationally, which occurred in 1945, and has no trending data available at the state level. There is not enough recent data to evaluate a 5-year trend.
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Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Daniels
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1945 | 7 |
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2018 | 5 |