US Popularity Rank: 3449

Origin: Hebrew

Meaning: To judge

Some names have that evergreen quality—they're at once familiar yet sound cool and trendy at the same time! Dan is one such example, and this Hebrew boy’s name means "to judge." It also has biblical roots, as Dan was a son of Jacob and the founder of one of the 12 tribes of Israel. Youthful, fresh, and cool yet friendly, Dan is often used as a cute nickname for Daniel. From James Bond's Daniel Craig to comedian Dan Aykroyd to Harry Potter's Daniel Radcliffe, it's safe to say anyone with Dan in their name may be destined for great things!