Dan
BoyDan is a boy's name of Hebrew origin meaning "Means he judged in Hebrew, borne by a son of Jacob; also a short form of Daniel meaning God is my judge.". It is pronounced DAN. Today it is a popular name (popularity 95/100) and fading.
Hebrew origin · /DAN/ · biblical
Meaning: Means he judged in Hebrew, borne by a son of Jacob; also a short form of Daniel meaning God is my judge.
Insights
Most popular in the 1960s.
Today, Dan is one of the most common baby names (popularity 95/100).
It is less common today than at its historical peak.
Frequently asked questions about Dan
What does Dan mean?
Dan means "Means he judged in Hebrew, borne by a son of Jacob; also a short form of Daniel meaning God is my judge.". It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Dan a boy or girl name?
Dan is traditionally a boy's name.
How popular is Dan?
Dan is one of the most common baby names, with a popularity score of 95/100. It was most popular in the 1960s.
How is Dan pronounced?
Dan is pronounced DAN.
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