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Henderson vs Dan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dan

Boy #1,931 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"judge"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Hebrew American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,931
Total SSA Count
82
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Henderson Rank #2,087
Dan Rank #1,931

Dan is more popular, ranked #1931 vs #2087 for Henderson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Henderson or Dan more popular?

Dan is more popular, ranked #1931 compared to Henderson at #2087 in the United States.

What do Henderson and Dan mean?

Henderson means "son of Hendry (Henry)" (Scottish origin). Dan means "judge" (Hebrew origin).

Are Henderson and Dan boy or girl names?

Henderson is primarily a boy name. Dan is primarily a boy name.

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