Boys name · Iowa
Daniel in Iowa
In 2025, 58 babies born in Iowa were named Daniel, making it the #52 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1911, add up to 24,138.
Popularity over time
Daniel in Iowa, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1911 | 8 | #77 |
| 1927 | 45 | #92 |
| 1944 | 135 | #30 |
| 1960 | 550 | #14 |
| 1976 | 351 | #13 |
| 1992 | 238 | #17 |
| 2009 | 91 | #44 |
| 2025 | 58 | #52 |
Iowa had the most Daniel births in 1958, with 572. Daniel's highest rank in Iowa was #9, set in 1984.
Rank swung between #9 (1984) and #122 (1922) in Iowa, from #77 in 1911 to #52 in 2025.
Nationally, Daniel's strongest state was California, where it hit #1 in 1994. See Daniel in every state →
How popular is Daniel in Iowa?
In 2025, 58 babies born in Iowa were named Daniel, making it the #52 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1911, add up to 24,138.
How many babies are named Daniel in Iowa?
Iowa recorded 58 births of babies named Daniel in 2025.
What is the rank of Daniel in Iowa?
Daniel ranked #52 among boys names in Iowa in 2025.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.