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Danny vs Wilson

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

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Popularity Comparison

Danny Rank #642
Wilson Rank #645

Danny is more popular, ranked #642 vs #645 for Wilson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Danny or Wilson more popular?

Danny is more popular, ranked #642 compared to Wilson at #645 in the United States.

What do Danny and Wilson mean?

Danny means "God is my judge" (Hebrew (Daniyel) origin). Wilson means "son of Will (William)" (Middle English patronymic origin).

Are Danny and Wilson boy or girl names?

Danny is primarily a boy name. Wilson is primarily a boy name.

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