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Dan vs Pharaoh

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
Pharaoh Rank #1,760

Pharaoh is more popular, ranked #1760 vs #1931 for Dan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dan or Pharaoh more popular?

Pharaoh is more popular, ranked #1760 compared to Dan at #1931 in the United States.

What do Dan and Pharaoh mean?

Dan means "judge" (Hebrew origin). Pharaoh means "great house" (Ancient Egyptian origin).

Are Dan and Pharaoh boy or girl names?

Dan is primarily a boy name. Pharaoh is primarily a boy name.

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