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Sir vs Dan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sir

Boy #1,964 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"lord, master"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

American English Caribbean

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,964
Total SSA Count
80
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Sir Rank #1,964
Dan Rank #1,931

Dan is more popular, ranked #1931 vs #1964 for Sir.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sir or Dan more popular?

Dan is more popular, ranked #1931 compared to Sir at #1964 in the United States.

What do Sir and Dan mean?

Sir means "lord, master" (Old French origin). Dan means "judge" (Hebrew origin).

Are Sir and Dan boy or girl names?

Sir is primarily a boy name. Dan is primarily a boy name.

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