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Daniel vs Angel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Daniel

Boy #16 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"divine judge"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Spanish French German Jewish Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#16
Total SSA Count
8,391
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Daniel Rank #16
Angel Rank #63

Daniel is more popular, ranked #16 vs #63 for Angel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Daniel or Angel more popular?

Daniel is more popular, ranked #16 compared to Angel at #63 in the United States.

What do Daniel and Angel mean?

Daniel means "divine judge" (Hebrew origin). Angel means "messenger" (Greek origin).

Are Daniel and Angel boy or girl names?

Daniel is primarily a boy name. Angel is primarily a boy name.

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