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Dan vs Theoden

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
Theoden Rank #1,860

Theoden is more popular, ranked #1860 vs #1931 for Dan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dan or Theoden more popular?

Theoden is more popular, ranked #1860 compared to Dan at #1931 in the United States.

What do Dan and Theoden mean?

Dan means "judge" (Hebrew origin). Theoden means "king, lord of the people" (Old English origin).

Are Dan and Theoden boy or girl names?

Dan is primarily a boy name. Theoden is primarily a boy name.

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