Dan
Dan is a Hebrew name meaning 'judge' or 'God is my judge,' derived from the biblical figure Dan, one of the twelve sons of Jacob. It's often used as a standalone name as well as a nickname for Daniel.
Current Popularity
#1917 for boys
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Extremely easy to spell and pronounce in most languages
- •Short and complete - works well professionally without seeming informal
- •Strong biblical heritage with historical significance
- •While often a nickname for Daniel, it stands confidently on its own
Similar Names
Famous People
Dan Aykroyd
Actor and comedian
Dan Marino
Hall of Fame NFL quarterback
Dan Brown
Bestselling author
Dan Rather
Journalist and news anchor
Statistics
106,473
Total births since 1880
1960
Peak year
Discovery
Keep exploring
Use these paths to keep browsing instead of backing out into a blank search.
Rising now
Browse trending names
See names climbing fastest right now.
Always popular
Explore timeless classics
Find names that have stayed strong for decades.
For this gender
See all-time favorites
Jump into the broadest popularity list.
Stories
Read famous-name profiles
Follow cultural stories that shaped naming trends.
Guides
Browse recent articles
Move from inspiration into editorial advice.