Meaning & History
Danell is a surname of English origin, derived from the given name Daniel. The name Daniel comes from the Hebrew דָּנִיֵּאל (Daniyyel), meaning 'God is my judge,' from the roots דִּין (din) meaning 'to judge' and אֵל (ʾel) meaning 'God.'
Etymology and History
The surname Danell is a patronymic, meaning 'son of Daniel,' or simply a variant of the given name. Similar English surnames include Daniell, Daniels, and Danielson. The given name Daniel gained popularity in England after the Protestant Reformation due to the biblical figure Daniel, a Hebrew prophet who served in the Babylonian court. His story is told in the Book of Daniel, where he interprets dreams and receives visions of the end times.
Notable Bearers
According to Wikipedia, several notable individuals bear the surname Danell. Dennis Danell (1961–2000) was an American musician, known as the guitarist for the punk rock band Social Distortion. James Danell (1821–1881) served as an English Roman Catholic bishop, while Sven Danell (1903–1981) was a Swedish Lutheran bishop. As a given name, Danell has also been used, most notably by Danell Leyva (born 1991), an American gymnast who won medals at the Olympics and World Championships, and Danell Nicholson (born 1967), an American boxer who competed in the heavyweight division.
Compared to other key facts:
- Meaning: 'son of Daniel' or derived from Daniel
- Origin: English
- Type: Surname
- Usage Regions: English-speaking countries, particularly the United States and United Kingdom
Related Names
Sources: Wikipedia — Danell