Dan — Baby Name Meaning and Origin
Dan is an alluring unisex name. As a masculine name, it is of Hebrew origin and means 'God is my judge'. It symbolizes strength, wisdom, and deep spirituality.
Dan
Meaning of Dan:
Dan is an alluring unisex name. As a masculine name, it is of Hebrew origin and means 'God is my judge'. It symbolizes strength, wisdom, and deep spirituality. As a feminine name, Dan is also a shortened form of Danielle or Daniela, and represents a woman who is strong-willed, independent, and has a great sense of self.
- Gender: Unisex
- Origin: Hebrew
- US popularity: In 2022, 97 newborns in the United States were named Dan (Social Security Administration data). Recorded peak: 1958 with 3701 babies.
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Frequently asked questions about Dan
What does the name Dan mean?
Dan is an alluring unisex name. As a masculine name, it is of Hebrew origin and means 'God is my judge'. It symbolizes strength, wisdom, and deep spirituality.
What is the origin of the name Dan?
Dan is a unisex name of Hebrew origin.
Is Dan a boy or girl name?
Dan is commonly used as a unisex name.
How popular is the name Dan?
In 2022, 97 newborns in the United States were named Dan, according to Social Security Administration data. Its recorded peak was 1958, with 3,701 babies given the name.
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