Daniels
Boy name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Daniels: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 3 births in 2010.
The name Daniels carries a patronymic origin, emerging from the Hebrew name Daniel, meaning "God is my judge." While less common as a first name in Scotland, it has been used occasionally, likely influenced by the surname tradition where Daniels denotes "son of Daniel." One of the most famous bearers is the Welsh actor Jeffery Daniels, known for his role as James Bond in the 1980s, and the American actor Jeff Daniels, star of *Dumb and Dumber* and *The Newsroom*. In terms of place connections, Daniel’s Bay in Northern Ireland shares the same Hebrew root. A further note: Daniels is also a strong surname in Scotland, found in records from the 16th century, and its usage as a first name saw a modest uptick in the 1990s, possibly inspired by popular culture.
Boy 1 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20103 babies
- Latest (2010)
- #6383 babies
- Total births
- 3since 2010
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y