Danijel

Danijel is the Serbo-Croatian and South Slavic variant of the biblical name Daniel (Dānīēl). The name is often interpreted as 'God is my judge' or simplified as 'the judge is God'.

What does the name Danijel mean?

Danijel represents a Serbo-Croatian and South Slavic form of the biblical name Daniel (Dānīēl). The interpretation as 'God is my judge' or 'the judge is God' is significant. The origins of the name can be traced back to the ancient Hebrew words din (דִּין), meaning 'to judge' or 'to rule', and el (אֵל), which stands for 'God'. The name has its roots in the tribe of Jacob's son Daniel from the Old Testament. For females, there is the variant Danijela. Other forms of the name include Deniel, Danial, Danias, Danel, and Danell.

Where does the name Danijel come from?

The origin of the name Danijel goes back to ancient Aramaic and ancient Hebrew roots and means 'God is my judge'. In Aramaic and Hebrew, the word din (דִּין) is used for 'to judge' or 'to rule', while dan (דָּן) means 'the judge', and el (אֵל) stands for 'God'. The name is common in several languages, including Hebrew, Croatian, Serbian, Serbo-Croatian, Slavic, Slovak, Slovenian, and other South Slavic languages.

How do you pronounce Danijel?

The pronunciation of Danijel is fluid and consists of three to four syllables. In German, the name is typically pronounced as 'Da-ni-jel' [daˈniːjɛl], with the emphasis on the middle syllable with a long 'i'. The open vowel sequence creates a harmonious sound. Danijel conveys an international and vibrant impression - friendly, clear, and present.

When is the name day of Danijel?

The name day for Danijel falls on July 21 and December 11.

Popularity

Danijel first appeared sporadically in Germany and remained rare until the 1960s. In the 1970s, the name was still not very common, but it experienced a significant increase at the beginning of the 1980s. The peak period for Danijel in Germany was in the first half of the 1980s, with a notable high point in 1984, when it reached 72nd place, marking its highest position in the available data.

Nicknames & pet names

Dado / Dan / Danco / Dane / Dani / Danilo / Danji / Danny / Dano / Dänp / Dänu / Jelli / Jelly

Similar first names

Famous people

• Danijel Aleksic (Serbian footballer)
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• Danijel Drilo (Japanese pianist)
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• Danijel Jumic (footballer from Yugoslavia)
• Danijel Klaric (Austrian footballer)
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• Danijel Krivic (footballer from Bosnia and Herzegovina)
• Danijel Ljuboja (Serbian footballer)
• Danijel Madaric (footballer from Croatia)
• Danijel Micic (footballer from Austria)
• Danijel Milicevic (Swiss footballer)
• Danijel Miskic (footballer from Slovenia)
• Danijel Morariju (Yugoslav footballer)
• Danijel Pavlovic (Yugoslav singer)