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Daniel vs Miles

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Miles

Boy #37 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"soldier, warrior"

Origin: Latin miles meaning soldier

Cultural Roots

English Latin Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#37
Total SSA Count
6,611
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Daniel Rank #16
Miles Rank #37

Daniel is more popular, ranked #16 vs #37 for Miles.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Daniel or Miles more popular?

Daniel is more popular, ranked #16 compared to Miles at #37 in the United States.

What do Daniel and Miles mean?

Daniel means "divine judge" (Hebrew origin). Miles means "soldier, warrior" (Latin miles meaning soldier origin).

Are Daniel and Miles boy or girl names?

Daniel is primarily a boy name. Miles is primarily a boy name.

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