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Dan vs Austen

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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Popularity Comparison

Dan Rank #1,931
Austen Rank #1,986

Dan is more popular, ranked #1931 vs #1986 for Austen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dan or Austen more popular?

Dan is more popular, ranked #1931 compared to Austen at #1986 in the United States.

What do Dan and Austen mean?

Dan means "judge" (Hebrew origin). Austen means "majestic, venerable" (Latin Augustus origin).

Are Dan and Austen boy or girl names?

Dan is primarily a boy name. Austen is primarily a boy name.

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