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Tatum vs Daniel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Tatum

Boy #195 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"cheerful settlement"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#195
Total SSA Count
1,833
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Tatum Rank #195
Daniel Rank #16

Daniel is more popular, ranked #16 vs #195 for Tatum.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tatum or Daniel more popular?

Daniel is more popular, ranked #16 compared to Tatum at #195 in the United States.

What do Tatum and Daniel mean?

Tatum means "cheerful settlement" (Old English origin). Daniel means "divine judge" (Hebrew origin).

Are Tatum and Daniel boy or girl names?

Tatum is primarily a boy name. Daniel is primarily a boy name.

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