Daniels

Daniels is a surname of English origin, formed as a patronymic from the given name Daniel. In this context, Daniels means "son of Daniel" and is used as a family name across English-speaking countries. The given name Daniel itself derives from Hebrew Daniyyel, meaning "God is my judge."

The surname Daniels is common in the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia, among other countries. It is borne by people in many fields, including politics, sports, science, and the arts. Because of its widespread use, Daniels appears in literature, film, and news articles as both a real name and the name of fictional characters.

Daniels is also used as a place name in North America and elsewhere. Towns, neighborhoods, and geographic features have been named Daniels, often in honor of early settlers or local figures with the surname.

In business and branding, Daniels appears in company names, family enterprises, and institutional titles, reflecting its origin as a personal name that has become permanent in corporate and organizational identities.

See also Daniel, Daniels (disambiguation).