Dannis
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Dannis first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 114 babies have been named Dannis in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Dannis is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #30,675 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #30,675
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Dannis
Dannis is a boy name .
Dannis is currently ranked #30,675 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Dannis include Dan, Dann, Danny, Dannie, Day, Daie, and Dankins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Dannis include Danny . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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