Thinking of names? Complete 2021 information on the meaning of dan, its origin, history, pronunciation, popularity, variants and more as a baby boy name. 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.

It is a short form or a diminutive of the name daniel, which means god is my judge.