Danyal Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationDAH-nyahl / /ˈdɑː.njɑːl/Arabic; Persian
Meaning
Arabic: 'God is my judge'; Persian: 'a variant of Daniel'
Historical & Cultural Background
Danyal is a name of Arabic and Persian origin, often associated with the biblical figure Daniel. In Islamic tradition, Danyal is recognized as a prophet. The name has been used in various cultures, particularly in Middle Eastern and South Asian communities. It reflects a blend of religious significance and cultural heritage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Danyel
- Daniel
International Variants
- Daniël (Dutch)
- Danilo (Italian)
- Dani (Spanish)
Famous people named Danyal
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Danyal was first seen in the United States in 1975. Danyal has ranked as high as #1262 nationally, which occurred in 2002, and has been most popular in New York, California, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Danyal has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Danyal (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 | |
| TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 11 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 14 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 17 |
| 1997 | 14 |
| 1998 | 26 |
| 1999 | 19 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 2001 | 16 |
| 2002 | 28 |
| 2003 | 27 |
| 2004 | 21 |
| 2005 | 20 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 25 |
| 2008 | 21 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 16 |
| 2011 | 24 |
| 2012 | 15 |
| 2013 | 12 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2015 | 13 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 16 |
| 2018 | 12 |
| 2019 | 16 |
| 2020 | 16 |
| 2021 | 15 |
| 2022 | 23 |
| 2023 | 23 |
| 2024 | 25 |