Daniel Kiss

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Daniel Kiss — God is my judge
1.5 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Daniel Kiss is a name that combines Hebrew origins. The first name Daniel is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin. From the Hebrew Daniyel (דָּנִיֵּאל), meaning "God is my judge." Name of the biblical prophet who survived the lions' den. The surname Kiss: Ágnes Kiss (born 2005), Hungarian sprint canoeist Alexandru Kiss (born 1959), Romanian footballer Antal Kiss (1935–2021), Hungarian athlete August Kiss (1802–1865), German sculptor Béla Kiss (1877–1916), Hungarian serial killer Bence Kiss (born 1999), Hungarian footballer Cássia Kiss (born 1958), Brazilian actress Dora Kiss (born 1986), Hungarian tennis player and actress Edmund Kiss (1886–1960), German pseudo-archaeologist Elizabeth Kiss (born 1961), American academic Gergely Kiss (born 1977), Hungarian water polo player Géza Kiss (1882–1952), Hungarian freestyle swimmer Ioan Kiss (1901–2006). Daniel is one of the most widespread first names worldwide, carried by approximately 1.5 million people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Daniel reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Daniel

Meaning: God is my judge

Hebrew

From the Hebrew Daniyel (דָּנִיֵּאל), meaning "God is my judge." Name of the biblical prophet who survived the lions' den.

Surname: Kiss

English

Ágnes Kiss (born 2005), Hungarian sprint canoeist Alexandru Kiss (born 1959), Romanian footballer Antal Kiss (1935–2021), Hungarian athlete August Kiss (1802–1865), German sculptor Béla Kiss (1877–1916), Hungarian serial killer Bence Kiss (born 1999), Hungarian footballer Cássia Kiss (born 1958), Brazilian actress Dora Kiss (born 1986), Hungarian tennis player and actress Edmund Kiss (1886–1960), German pseudo-archaeologist Elizabeth Kiss (born 1961), American academic Gergely Kiss (born 1977), Hungarian water polo player Géza Kiss (1882–1952), Hungarian freestyle swimmer Ioan Kiss (1901–2006).

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Daniel is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 15%
Australia 8%
Canada 9%
Brazil 10%
Israel 6%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Daniel by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Daniel Kiss

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Daniel Kiss:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

6
Soul Urge Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Daniel?
The first name Daniel originates from Hebrew. From the Hebrew Daniyel (דָּנִיֵּאל), meaning "God is my judge." Name of the biblical prophet who survived the lions' den.
When was Daniel most popular?
The name Daniel reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Kiss?
The surname Kiss originates from English. Ágnes Kiss (born 2005), Hungarian sprint canoeist Alexandru Kiss (born 1959), Romanian footballer Antal Kiss (1935–2021), Hungarian athlete August Kiss (1802–1865), German sculptor Béla Kiss (1877–1916), Hungarian serial killer Bence Kiss (born 1999), Hungarian footballer Cássia Kiss (born 1958), Brazilian actress Dora Kiss (born 1986), Hungarian tennis player and actress Edmund Kiss (1886–1960), German pseudo-archaeologist Elizabeth Kiss (born 1961), American academic Gergely Kiss (born 1977), Hungarian water polo player Géza Kiss (1882–1952), Hungarian freestyle swimmer Ioan Kiss (1901–2006).
What are the origins of the name Daniel Kiss?
The name Daniel Kiss combines two different traditions: the first name Daniel has Hebrew roots, while the surname Kiss originates from English.
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