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Curtis vs Dane

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Curtis

Boy #929 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"courteous, well-bred"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#929
Total SSA Count
249
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Dane

Boy #882 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"from Denmark, a Dane"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#882
Total SSA Count
273
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Curtis Rank #929
Dane Rank #882

Dane is more popular, ranked #882 vs #929 for Curtis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Curtis or Dane more popular?

Dane is more popular, ranked #882 compared to Curtis at #929 in the United States.

What do Curtis and Dane mean?

Curtis means "courteous, well-bred" (Old French origin). Dane means "from Denmark, a Dane" (Old English origin).

Are Curtis and Dane boy or girl names?

Curtis is primarily a boy name. Dane is primarily a boy name.

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