Dansby vs Pryor

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Pryor

Boy #5,534 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"prior, head of a priory or monastery"

Origin: Latin via Old English

Cultural Roots

American English African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,534
Total SSA Count
17
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Dansby Rank #5,631
Pryor Rank #5,534

Pryor is more popular, ranked #5534 vs #5631 for Dansby.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dansby or Pryor more popular?

Pryor is more popular, ranked #5534 compared to Dansby at #5631 in the United States.

What do Dansby and Pryor mean?

Dansby means "Dane's settlement" (Old English/Old Norse origin). Pryor means "prior, head of a priory or monastery" (Latin via Old English origin).

Are Dansby and Pryor boy or girl names?

Dansby is primarily a boy name. Pryor is primarily a boy name.

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