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Name Origin

Dan is a shortened form of Daniel, a Hebrew name meaning 'God is my judge'. It carries connotations of faith, justice, and righteousness.

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Famous People

Dan Aykroyd (1952-)

Actor, comedian, writer

  • Starred in Ghostbusters and The Blues Brothers
  • Nominated for Academy Awards for Best Original Screenplay (Ghostbusters) and Best Actor in a Supporting Role (Driving Miss Daisy)

Dan Brown (1964-)

Author

  • Bestselling author of The Da Vinci Code and other thriller novels

Dan Rather (1931-)

Journalist

  • Longtime anchor of CBS Evening News
  • Known for his coverage of major news events like the Vietnam War and Watergate scandal

Dan Marino (1961-)

Former NFL Quarterback

  • Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2005
  • Holds numerous NFL records, including most passing yards and touchdowns in a single season

Similar Names

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Sibling Names

Liam

Both Dan and Liam are popular, classic names with a strong and friendly vibe.

Ava

Dan and Ava have a balanced feel - both simple yet elegant, working well together for siblings.

Ethan

Similar in length and style to Dan, Ethan provides a cohesive sibling pairing with a timeless quality.