Alfie vs Dan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dan

Boy #1,931 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"judge"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Hebrew American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,931
Total SSA Count
82
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Alfie Rank #2,042
Dan Rank #1,931

Dan is more popular, ranked #1931 vs #2042 for Alfie.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alfie or Dan more popular?

Dan is more popular, ranked #1931 compared to Alfie at #2042 in the United States.

What do Alfie and Dan mean?

Alfie means "elf counsel, wise counselor" (Old English origin). Dan means "judge" (Hebrew origin).

Are Alfie and Dan boy or girl names?

Alfie is primarily a boy name. Dan is primarily a boy name.

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