Brenton 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

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Popularity Comparison

Brenton Rank #1,959
Dan Rank #1,931

Dan is more popular, ranked #1931 vs #1959 for Brenton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brenton or Dan more popular?

Dan is more popular, ranked #1931 compared to Brenton at #1959 in the United States.

What do Brenton and Dan mean?

Brenton means "settlement near the sword hill" (Old English origin). Dan means "judge" (Hebrew origin).

Are Brenton and Dan boy or girl names?

Brenton is primarily a boy name. Dan is primarily a boy name.

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