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Emile vs Dan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Emile

Boy #1,920 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"rival, eager to emulate"

Origin: Latin Aemilius

Cultural Roots

French Belgian Swiss English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,920
Total SSA Count
82
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Emile Rank #1,920
Dan Rank #1,931

Emile is more popular, ranked #1920 vs #1931 for Dan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emile or Dan more popular?

Emile is more popular, ranked #1920 compared to Dan at #1931 in the United States.

What do Emile and Dan mean?

Emile means "rival, eager to emulate" (Latin Aemilius origin). Dan means "judge" (Hebrew origin).

Are Emile and Dan boy or girl names?

Emile is primarily a boy name. Dan is primarily a boy name.

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