My judge
Daniyal is the Arabic and Persian form of the Hebrew name Daniel. It shares the same etymological roots, referring to the biblical and Quranic prophet known for his wisdom and faithfulness. While Daniel is a perennial classic in the West, Daniyal is a common and respected choice across the Muslim world and among South Asian communities.
Less common today
Daniyal isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,617 in 2010.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
Former Prime Minister of Kazakhstan
Pakistani-American author of 'In Other Rooms, Other Wonders'
Prince of the Mughal Empire and son of Emperor Akbar