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Dane vs Mathew

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dane

Boy #882 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"from Denmark, a Dane"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#882
Total SSA Count
273
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Mathew

Boy #941 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"gift of God, gift of Yahweh"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Christian American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#941
Total SSA Count
244
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Dane Rank #882
Mathew Rank #941

Dane is more popular, ranked #882 vs #941 for Mathew.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dane or Mathew more popular?

Dane is more popular, ranked #882 compared to Mathew at #941 in the United States.

What do Dane and Mathew mean?

Dane means "from Denmark, a Dane" (Old English origin). Mathew means "gift of God, gift of Yahweh" (Hebrew origin).

Are Dane and Mathew boy or girl names?

Dane is primarily a boy name. Mathew is primarily a boy name.

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