Dathan
Dathan is a boy baby name. Ranked #9,670 in the US, popular nicknames include Dat, Day, and Datie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Dathan first appeared in US Social Security records in 1958.
Over 1,563 babies have been named Dathan in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Dathan is past its peak , currently ranked #9,670 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #9,670
- Total SSA Count
- 9
Nicknames
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About the Name Dathan
Dathan is a boy name .
Dathan is currently ranked #9,670 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Dathan include Dat, Day, Datie, and Dathie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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