Danny vs Salem

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Danny

Boy #642 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God is my judge"

Origin: Hebrew (Daniyel)

Cultural Roots

American Irish English Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#642
Total SSA Count
435
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Salem

Boy #635 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"peace, complete"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Hebrew Arabic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#635
Total SSA Count
440
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Danny Rank #642
Salem Rank #635

Salem is more popular, ranked #635 vs #642 for Danny.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Danny or Salem more popular?

Salem is more popular, ranked #635 compared to Danny at #642 in the United States.

What do Danny and Salem mean?

Danny means "God is my judge" (Hebrew (Daniyel) origin). Salem means "peace, complete" (Hebrew origin).

Are Danny and Salem boy or girl names?

Danny is primarily a boy name. Salem is primarily a boy name.

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