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Layton vs Danny

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

Layton Rank #693
Danny Rank #642

Danny is more popular, ranked #642 vs #693 for Layton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Layton or Danny more popular?

Danny is more popular, ranked #642 compared to Layton at #693 in the United States.

What do Layton and Danny mean?

Layton means "herb farm, meadow settlement" (Old English origin). Danny means "God is my judge" (Hebrew (Daniyel) origin).

Are Layton and Danny boy or girl names?

Layton is primarily a boy name. Danny is primarily a boy name.

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