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Mathew vs Dane

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dane

Boy #882 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"from Denmark, a Dane"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#882
Total SSA Count
273
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Mathew Rank #941
Dane Rank #882

Dane is more popular, ranked #882 vs #941 for Mathew.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mathew or Dane more popular?

Dane is more popular, ranked #882 compared to Mathew at #941 in the United States.

What do Mathew and Dane mean?

Mathew means "gift of God, gift of Yahweh" (Hebrew origin). Dane means "from Denmark, a Dane" (Old English origin).

Are Mathew and Dane boy or girl names?

Mathew is primarily a boy name. Dane is primarily a boy name.

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