Daniel Williams

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Daniel Williams — God is my judge
1.5 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Daniel Williams is a name combining Hebrew origins, bringing together "God is my judge" (Daniel) with "son of William" (Williams). 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 Williams patronymic surname meaning "son of William," from Old High German Willahelm. Very common in Wales. 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: Williams

Meaning: son of William

Germanic

Patronymic surname meaning "son of William," from Old High German Willahelm. Very common in Wales.

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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 Williams

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 Williams:

8
Expression Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

7
Soul Urge Number

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

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

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.
How common is the name Daniel Williams?
The first name Daniel is shared by approximately 1.5 million people worldwide. The surname Williams is among the most recognizable in its region of origin.
Where is the name Daniel most common?
The name Daniel is most prevalent in United States and surrounding regions.
When was Daniel most popular?
The name Daniel reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
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