DAN
The meaning of the unisex name Dan is GOD WILL JUDGE.
Details on DAN:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Meaning(s):
- God will judge
- Popularity for Boy:
- 4,181st in the USA (top 15%)
- Popularity for Girl:
- 28,354th in the USA (bottom 40%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
82 births
DAN as a BOY in 2024
5 births
DAN as a GIRL in 2023
The meaning(s) of DAN:
The name Dan is a Biblical baby name. In Biblical the meaning of the name Dan is: Judgment; he that judges.
The name Dan is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Dan is: Judgment; he that judges.
The name Dan is a Hebrew baby name. In Hebrew the meaning of the name Dan is: God is my judge.
The name Dan is a Vietnamese baby name. In Vietnamese the meaning of the name Dan is: Positive.
USA SSA birth(s) for DAN:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name DAN
DAN as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 82 births |
| 2023 | 100 births |
| 2022 | 88 births |
| 2021 | 78 births |
| 2020 | 86 births |
| 2019 | 102 births |
| 2018 | 97 births |
| 2017 | 96 births |
| 2016 | 100 births |
| 2015 | 90 births |
| 2014 | 101 births |
| 2013 | 87 births |
| 2012 | 106 births |
| 2011 | 108 births |
| 2010 | 116 births |
| 2009 | 116 births |
DAN as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 5 births |
| 2022 | 9 births |
| 2020 | 7 births |
| 2004 | 7 births |
| 2003 | 5 births |
| 2001 | 7 births |
| 1992 | 8 births |
| 1989 | 6 births |
| 1988 | 10 births |
| 1986 | 8 births |
| 1985 | 7 births |
| 1983 | 8 births |
| 1982 | 8 births |
| 1981 | 9 births |
| 1980 | 7 births |
| 1979 | 6 births |
About the name DAN
Dan, a name rich in history and meaning, is derived from the Hebrew word "דָּן," meaning "to judge" or "he has judged," symbolizing strength and discernment. With roots in the biblical narrative, Dan is the name of one of the twelve tribes of Israel, representing a legacy of faith and resilience. This timeless name has found its way into various cultures, flourishing in countries such as the United States, where it stands as a classic choice, and in Denmark, where it is embraced as a short form of the name Daniel, embodying warmth and familiarity. In addition, Dan resonates in Slavic regions, often associated with a sense of loyalty and friendship, making it a popular choice among parents seeking a name that conveys both strength and approachability. As a name, Dan carries an air of simplicity and grace, inviting a sense of trust and wisdom, making it a beautiful choice for your little one.
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