Meaning & History
Danielius is the Lithuanian form of Daniel, a name with deep biblical roots. Derived from the Hebrew name Daniyyel, meaning "God is my judge" — from the roots din meaning "to judge" and ʾel meaning "God" — it shares its essence with the well-known biblical prophet. Daniel, according to the Book of Daniel in the Old Testament, was a Jewish exile in Babylon who gained prominence by interpreting the king's dreams and received apocalyptic visions. Despite its ancient origins, the name has been adapted into many forms across languages, including Lithuanian’s Danielius.
As a direct equivalent of the international Daniel, Danielius is used in Lithuania following common naming practices, giving the name a local phonetic and grammatical ending. It is a less common form but retains the full cultural significance of its root name. In terms of distribution, Danielius is used primarily in Lithuania, reflecting the country's tradition of adopting and adapting Christian names with pagan-era endings.
- Meaning: God is my judge
- Origin: Lithuanian form of the Hebrew Daniel
- Type: Given name (masculine)
- Usage: Lithuanian
Related Names
Sources: Wiktionary — Danielius