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Dan vs Morris

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Morris

Boy #1,873 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Moorish, dark-complexioned"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Welsh American Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,873
Total SSA Count
86
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Dan Rank #1,931
Morris Rank #1,873

Morris is more popular, ranked #1873 vs #1931 for Dan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dan or Morris more popular?

Morris is more popular, ranked #1873 compared to Dan at #1931 in the United States.

What do Dan and Morris mean?

Dan means "judge" (Hebrew origin). Morris means "Moorish, dark-complexioned" (Latin origin).

Are Dan and Morris boy or girl names?

Dan is primarily a boy name. Morris is primarily a boy name.

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