Daniel
/ˈda.ɲɛl/masculine
Daniel is the Polish male given name for Daniel.
Daniel is a masculine given name.
Meaning: male given name (name)
How does it change in a sentence?
The name changes its form depending on its role in a sentence. It becomes Daniela in the accusative case, used when the person is the object of a verb (for example, to see or to know someone). It becomes Danielowi in the dative case, used when giving something to the person or expressing a feeling toward them.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈda.ɲɛl/. The name has two syllables, and the stress is on the first syllable.
Did you know?
- While 'Daniel' is a common name, the lowercase Polish word daniel refers to a specific type of fabric or material derived from the Old Czech word for 'damask'.
- In Polish culture, calling someone Daniel in a formal setting without adding a title like Pan (Mr.) can be perceived as overly familiar or rude.
- The name Daniel in Polish is sometimes shortened further to the very casual nickname Danuśek for children.
Examples in context
- Daniel ma znajomości w branży filmowej.Daniel has connections in the film industry.This sentence shows the name Daniel used as a subject regarding professional connections.Tatoeba #13020769 by DaudCaprino, translation #11498716 by Amastan
- Daniel i Amanda do późna dyskutowali o planie.Daniel and Amanda discussed the plot late into the night.This sentence shows the name Daniel used as a subject in a discussion.Tatoeba #13378650 by Radek, translation #11498734 by Amastan
- Daniel zdecydował się nie mówić o tym rodzicom.Daniel decided not to tell his parents about that.This sentence shows the name Daniel used as a subject regarding a decision.Tatoeba #13336038 by Radek, translation #11483635 by Amastan
- Cześć, jestem Danek!Hi, I'm Danek!
- Co u ciebie słychać, Dani?What's up, Dani?
- 3 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Krzysztof and Agnieszka are talking about their mutual friend at a cafe.
- KrzysztofCzy Daniel już przyszedł?Has Daniel arrived yet?
- AgnieszkaNie, Daniel spóźnia się jak zwykle.No, Daniel is late as usual.
- KrzysztofZnam go od wielu lat.I have known him for many years.
- AgnieszkaOn zawsze tak ma.He is always like that.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “daniel” translations and entries Daniel, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Daniel, daniel, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
