Dániel

Dániel is a masculine given name used in Hungary and by Hungarian-speaking communities. It is the Hungarian form of Daniel, which ultimately derives from the Hebrew name Daniyyel, meaning "God is my judge." The name has appeared in Hungarian records since the Middle Ages and remains common in modern Hungary.

Among Hungarian families, Dániel is a standard name with no special gender connotations beyond its biblical heritage. In Hungarian culture, given names are often celebrated on name days, and many people named Dániel participate in such traditions. The name has also spread to Hungarian communities outside Hungary and to neighboring regions with Hungarian populations.

Variants and diminutives include Dani as a common nickname; in formal writing the name is written with the acute accent on the a, as Dániel. In other languages or contexts, the equivalent forms include Daniel, Dani, and Danilo.

Notable bearers: The name Dániel has been borne by many figures in Hungarian culture, sports and science, and by individuals in the broader Central European region. While no single figure dominates, the name remains popular in contemporary Hungary.