Dainéal
The English name Daniel is written as Dainéal in Irish.
Dainéal is a male given name.
Meaning: male given name (name)
Is it said differently in some regions?
In some parts of the Gaeltacht regions, Dónall may be more common than Dónal.
Did you know?
- The name Dónall has a separate meaning from the biblical 'Daniel'. It is derived from the Old Irish words for 'brown' and 'ruler' or 'world'.
- In Irish, the name Dainéal is often treated as a loanword, while Dónal is an indigenous name. This creates a distinction between a name that is 'Irish in form' and one that is 'Irish in origin'.
- In Irish folklore and genealogy, the variant Dónall is associated with several early saints and kings, making it a name of high prestige in ancient Gaelic culture.
Examples in context
- Dia duit, a Dónail. Conas atá tú?Hello, Daniel. How are you?
- An bhfuil Dainéal anseo?Is Daniel here?
Example conversation
Oisín and Niamh are talking about a mutual friend.
- OisínAn dtá Dainéal ag teacht?Is Daniel coming?
- NiamhTá, beidh sé anseo go luath.Yes, he will be here soon.
- OisínAn bhfuil Dainéal sároigh?Is Daniel happy?
- NiamhTá, tá sé an-sároigh.Yes, he is very happy.
