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Lemuel 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

Lemuel Rank #2,131
Dan Rank #1,931

Dan is more popular, ranked #1931 vs #2131 for Lemuel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lemuel or Dan more popular?

Dan is more popular, ranked #1931 compared to Lemuel at #2131 in the United States.

What do Lemuel and Dan mean?

Lemuel means "belonging to God" (Hebrew origin). Dan means "judge" (Hebrew origin).

Are Lemuel and Dan boy or girl names?

Lemuel is primarily a boy name. Dan is primarily a boy name.

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