gender neutral
Daniel
God is my judge
About Daniel
Daniel for a girl represents the perfect balance of tradition and contemporary thinking. This historically masculine name takes on a fresh, distinctive quality when given to a daughter, creating a name that feels both familiar and unexpected.
The versatility of Daniel allows for numerous nickname options—Dani, Elle, Nell—giving its bearer choices throughout different life stages.
In professional contexts, Daniel creates a strong first impression on paper, potentially opening doors in fields where gender bias might exist.
The name's established history provides stability, while its cross-gender application demonstrates progressive values.
Daniel's familiar pronunciation and spelling ensure practicality despite its unexpected application for a girl.
Popularity of the Name Daniel
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | |
|---|---|
| 1972 | #930 |
| 1973 | #884 |
| 1974 | #856 |
| 1975 | #823 |
| 1976 | #807 |
| 1977 | #783 |
| 1978 | #837 |
| 1979 | #786 |
| 1980 | #757 |
| 1981 | #766 |
| 1982 | #687 |
| 1983 | #666 |
| 1984 | #648 |
| 1985 | #634 |
| 1986 | #641 |
| 1987 | #693 |
| 1988 | #686 |
| 1989 | #942 |
Top names by country: United States
Variations of Name Daniel
Names Similar to Daniel
Nicknames for Daniel
- Dan
- Dani
- Danny
- Ellie
- Danie
