The name Daniel refers to the celebrated Old Testament prophet whose visions appear in the book bearing his name. Jesus references 'Daniel the prophet' when discussing end-times signs, directing his audience to the prophetic writings about desolating sacrilege. The Hebrew name means 'God is my Judge,' reflecting Daniel's faithfulness during Babylonian captivity. Both Gospel references point readers to Daniel's apocalyptic visions as essential background for understanding Jesus' eschatological teaching.