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Wilson 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

Wilson Rank #645
Danny Rank #642

Danny is more popular, ranked #642 vs #645 for Wilson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wilson or Danny more popular?

Danny is more popular, ranked #642 compared to Wilson at #645 in the United States.

What do Wilson and Danny mean?

Wilson means "son of Will (William)" (Middle English patronymic origin). Danny means "God is my judge" (Hebrew (Daniyel) origin).

Are Wilson and Danny boy or girl names?

Wilson is primarily a boy name. Danny is primarily a boy name.

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