Daan Boy

Popularity: — · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

PronunciationDAHN / /dɑn/

Dutch; Hebrew

Meaning

Dutch: 'God is my judge'; Hebrew: 'gift from God'

Historical & Cultural Background

Daan is a diminutive of the name Daniel, which has biblical origins. In Dutch culture, it has gained popularity as a standalone name. The name reflects a strong religious connotation, particularly in Christian communities. It is commonly used in the Netherlands and Belgium.

Trend Summary

Daan has seen a steady rise in popularity in the Netherlands over the past few decades.

Similar Names

DanDaanielDanteDamonDariusDavinDarioDax

Variants

  • Daaniel
  • Dan

International Variants

  • Daniel (English)
  • Daniil (Russian)
  • Dani (Spanish)

Famous people named Daan

Daan Roosegaarde is a Dutch artist and innovator known for his work in interactive design and sustainability.

Daan van der Linden is a Dutch professional football player recognized for his contributions to various clubs in the Netherlands.

Daan Schuurmans is a Dutch actor known for his roles in both film and television.

Daan Jansen is a Dutch musician celebrated for his contributions to contemporary music.

Fictional characters named Daan

Daan is a character in the Dutch children's book series 'Daan en de Dieren', where he embarks on adventures with various animals.

Sibling Suggestions

LucaMilanFinnJorisTijsNiels

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Daan was first seen in the United States in 2000. Daan has ranked as high as #1316 nationally, which occurred in 2003, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Daan has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Daan

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
20005
20025
20035