Daniel, derived from the Hebrew name 'Dani-el', translates to 'God is my judge'. This moniker gained popularity through the biblical figure of Daniel, who was renowned for his courage and wisdom in the Old Testament. The name has since been adopted widely across various cultures and languages, including English as 'Daniel'.
The name Dainel experienced fluctuations in popularity over the years with a notable spike in the late 1980s and early 2000s.