Close, near, or God is my judge
Daniyah has two primary etymological paths. In Arabic, it is derived from the word 'dania', meaning 'close' or 'near', often associated with the accessibility of fruit in paradise. Alternatively, it is frequently used as a modern feminine variation of the Hebrew name Daniel, meaning 'God is my judge'.
About 36 girls were named Daniyah in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
