Daniil
dah-NEE-il
Daniil is a boy’s name of Russian origin, meaning “Daniil is a Russian and Ukrainian variant of Daniel, a Hebrew name meaning 'God is my judge'. It's a strong, classic name with biblical roots.”. It currently ranks #4721 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2016.
What Daniil Means
“Daniil is a Russian and Ukrainian variant of Daniel, a Hebrew name meaning 'God is my judge'. It's a strong, classic name with biblical roots.”
The Story of Daniil
This is the sound of Eastern resilience, a name rooted in biblical truth and champion spirit.
Daniil is the Russian and Ukrainian iteration of Daniel, a Hebrew name meaning 'God is my judge.' It has graced history and reappear in modern records around 2003, carrying a robust, resonant sound.
For your son, Daniil signifies a profound sense of responsibility and wisdom. You see him as a young man who approaches life with clarity and fairness, possessing the inner strength to overcome any challenge.
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Numerology
The Creative
Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.
Famous Namesakes
Daniil Medvedev
Russian professional tennis player, US Open champion
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#31 in 2016
Total Births
344
First Recorded
2003
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