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Dan vs Vaughn

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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Vaughn

Boy #1,188 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"small, junior"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,188
Total SSA Count
174
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Dan Rank #1,931
Vaughn Rank #1,188

Vaughn is more popular, ranked #1188 vs #1931 for Dan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dan or Vaughn more popular?

Vaughn is more popular, ranked #1188 compared to Dan at #1931 in the United States.

What do Dan and Vaughn mean?

Dan means "judge" (Hebrew origin). Vaughn means "small, junior" (Welsh origin).

Are Dan and Vaughn boy or girl names?

Dan is primarily a boy name. Vaughn is primarily a boy name.

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