Daniels
Boy nameDaniels has been given to 39 babies in the U.S. since 1945. It peaked in 1945.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
39
Peak year
1945 (7 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1945
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Daniels — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Daniels.
Sibling name ideas for Daniels
Same era and popularity as Daniels, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Daniels?
Daniels has been given to 39 babies in the U.S. since 1945. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Daniels peak?
Daniels peaked in 1945, when 7 babies were given the name.
Is Daniels a girl or boy name?
Daniels is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Daniels are boys).
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