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Dan vs Justus

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
Justus Rank #1,814

Justus is more popular, ranked #1814 vs #1931 for Dan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dan or Justus more popular?

Justus is more popular, ranked #1814 compared to Dan at #1931 in the United States.

What do Dan and Justus mean?

Dan means "judge" (Hebrew origin). Justus means "just, righteous, upright" (Latin origin).

Are Dan and Justus boy or girl names?

Dan is primarily a boy name. Justus is primarily a boy name.

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