👦 Dan — Name Meaning & Origin

Dan

“He judged; Judge”

Gender👦 Boy
OriginHebrew
ReligionJewish
Used inCanada, Czechia, Germany, Spain, France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Israel
Numerology1 — independent, ambitious and a natural leader
Letters3 · starts with D
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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of the name Dan?

Dan means "He judged; Judge" (Hebrew origin).

Is Dan a boy or girl name?

Dan is a boy's name.

Which religion is the name Dan from?

Dan is used as a Jewish name in Canada, Czechia, Germany, Spain, France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Israel.

What is the lucky number for Dan?

In Pythagorean numerology the name Dan adds up to 1, linked with being independent, ambitious and a natural leader.

Name meanings come from the name's language of origin; many names carry more than one meaning in different languages and communities. Rashi and nakshatra follow the traditional first-syllable (Namakshar) method — for an exact rashi use the baby's birth chart.

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