Danyaal
Boy name · 11 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Danyaal: 11 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 5 births in 2002.
From its Arabic roots, Danyaal is a variant of Daniel, meaning “God is my judge,” and is widely used across Muslim communities in Scotland and beyond. Among its notable bearers is Danyaal Butt, a British-Pakistani actor and writer known for the television series "Ackley Bridge". While no Scottish place is directly named after Danyaal, the name shares its etymological core with the biblical Daniel, which has inspired countless place names worldwide, including St. Daniel's Well in Fife. It is worth noting that the spelling Danyaal often appears alongside Danial, Danyal, and Daniyal in Scottish records, reflecting the multicultural tapestry of modern naming trends. This particular variant carries a gentle, modern feel while retaining deep historical resonance.
Boy 3 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20025 babies
- Latest (2008)
- #6383 babies
- Total births
- 11since 2002
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y