How Many People Are Named Danyel?

Complete statistics for the name Danyel: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Danyel
Very Rare
Hebrew

Danyel has a classic yet modern feel. Only 3,133 people in the US are named Danyel, making it very rare, just 1 in 105,318 Americans. It peaked in 1976 with 155 births that year.

~3,133
Living in US
1 in 105,318
Americans
1976
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
God is my judge
🌐
Origin
Hebrew
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 7
Personality Traits
Introspective Determined Compassionate
7
Life Path Number

The number 7 is traditionally linked to introspection, spiritual seeking, and a love of knowledge. People with this life path number tend to be deep thinkers who value inner wisdom and quiet reflection over surface-level pursuits.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

3,133
Worldwide Bearers
#80,349
Global Rank
🇫🇷 France
50
🇲🇽 Mexico
46
🇵🇭 Philippines
30
🇮🇳 India
29
🇻🇪 Venezuela
19
🇿🇦 South Africa
10
🇨🇱 Chile
10
🇦🇺 Australia
10
🇸🇪 Sweden
9
🇨🇭 Switzerland
8

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
703 (22%)
♀ Female
2,430 (78%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 38
900
Would be under 30 (28%)
2,329
Would be 30–60 (72%)
14
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 3,243 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1976

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Declining

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
94
Classic Feel
45
Modern Appeal
55
International
5

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Danyel Through the Generations

Danyel's story is one of steady decline. While 3,243 babies were named Danyel throughout history, only 3,133 people carry the name today, showing a significant drop. The age distribution paints a picture of a name that was once popular but now mostly belongs to those in their 30s to 60s. With 900 under 30 and 2,329 aged 30-60, the peak in 1976 feels like ancient history compared to the current generation. This trend is surprising given the name's initial popularity, suggesting a shift in naming preferences over the decades.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

California 196
Texas 88
Ohio 84
Michigan 74
Pennsylvania 57
Florida 52
Illinois 49
New York 49
Indiana 28
Wisconsin 28

✨ Similar Names to Danyel

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Danyel's Hebrew roots

📄 About the Name Danyel

How Many People Have the Name Danyel?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 3,133 people in the United States currently share the name Danyel. That works out to roughly 1 in every 105,318 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Danyel a Common or Rare Name?

Danyel is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Danyel Mean?

Danyel means "God is my judge" and comes from Hebrew origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Danyel in SSA data, approximately 22% are male and 78% are female.

When Was Danyel Most Popular?

The name Danyel reached peak popularity in 1976, with 155 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Danyel?

Approximately 3,133 people named Danyel live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 3,243. That works out to roughly 1 in 105,318 Americans.

Is Danyel a rare name?

Danyel is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 105,318 Americans has this name.

What does the name Danyel mean?

Danyel means "God is my judge" and comes from Hebrew origins.

Is Danyel more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 22% of people named Danyel are male and 78% are female.

When was Danyel most popular?

Danyel peaked in 1976 with 155 births that year. Current trend: Declining.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US3,133
All-Time Births3,243
1 in X1 in 105,318
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age38
Peak Year1976
World Rank#80,349
Male %22%
Female %78%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.