Dann

Meaning & origin

Dann is a rare spelling variant of the name Dan, itself a short form of the biblical Daniel. Although the name first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1937, it has never achieved widespread popularity. Its peak usage occurred in 1967, when it was given to a small number of boys, but it has never entered the top 1000 rankings. Over the decades, the name has remained very uncommon, with a stable trajectory and no significant recent revival. The name is most often associated with the surname tradition or as a deliberate respelling. Because it has no notable top states or current popularity data, Dann remains a distinctive choice for parents seeking an unusual variant of a classic name.

Dann is a spelling variant of Dan, itself a short form of Daniel. Daniel derives from the Hebrew name Daniyyel, meaning 'God is my judge'. The name entered English usage through the Bible and has been widely used since the Protestant Reformation. The double-n spelling Dann is comparatively rare and primarily seen as a surname or a given name in the United States.