Dann
Pronunciation: [ d-AN ]
Dann is a boy baby name. Ranked #38,983 in the US.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Dann first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 881 babies have been named Dann in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Dann is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #38,983 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #38,983
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Dann is also used as a girl name, ranked #36864.
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About the Name Dann
Dann is a boy name .
Is Dann a boy or girl name? Dann is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #38,983 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #36,864. Dann is more commonly used as a girl name.
Dann is currently ranked #38,983 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Dann include Daniel, Dante, Danny, Dane, Dangelo . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis