Elijah VS Daniel

Which name is right for you? Compare popularity, meaning, and trends.

Feature
Elijah
Daniel
Gender
Male
Male
Origin
Various
Various
Meaning
Meaning available on detail page
Meaning available on detail page
Total Births (Est.)
~370,873
~1,984,621
Peak Popularity
2011 (#13997)
1985 (#38564)

Popularity Comparison (1880-2024)

Graph shows the number of babies named Elijah vs Daniel in the United States.

The Verdict

Daniel has been more popular overall historically, with approximately 1,613,748 more usage than Elijah. Both names have unique qualities. Elijah stands out for its history, while Daniel is known for its distinctiveness.