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Dan vs Ann

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

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Ann

Girl #1,144 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"grace, favor"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English French Scandinavian Latin

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,144
Total SSA Count
211
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Dan Rank #1,931
Ann Rank #1,144

Ann is more popular, ranked #1144 vs #1931 for Dan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dan or Ann more popular?

Ann is more popular, ranked #1144 compared to Dan at #1931 in the United States.

What do Dan and Ann mean?

Dan means "judge" (Hebrew origin). Ann means "grace, favor" (Hebrew origin).

Are Dan and Ann boy or girl names?

Dan is primarily a boy name. Ann is primarily a girl name.

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