Dan

Masculine

Meaning

God is my judge.

Etymology

A shortened form of Daniel, derived from the Hebrew 'Daniyyel' (דָּנִיאֵל), composed of 'din' (judge) and 'el' (God). The name appears in the Hebrew Bible as one of the twelve tribes of Israel.

About the Name Dan

Dan is a straightforward, accessible short form of Daniel that became popular as a standalone name in the 20th century. It maintains the biblical significance of its parent name while offering a more casual, modern feel.

Notable Bearers

Dan Rather Dan Brown Dan Aykroyd

Historical People Named Dan

Dan Ahern

Dan C. Kingman

General

Dan Edward

Lieutenant

Dan G. Smith

Dan Southerland