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Calvin vs Daniel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Daniel

Boy #16 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"divine judge"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Spanish French German Jewish Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#16
Total SSA Count
8,391
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Calvin Rank #140
Daniel Rank #16

Daniel is more popular, ranked #16 vs #140 for Calvin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Calvin or Daniel more popular?

Daniel is more popular, ranked #16 compared to Calvin at #140 in the United States.

What do Calvin and Daniel mean?

Calvin means "bald, hairless" (Latin origin). Daniel means "divine judge" (Hebrew origin).

Are Calvin and Daniel boy or girl names?

Calvin is primarily a boy name. Daniel is primarily a boy name.

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