Dane
Dane is a distinctive choice, ranked #2440 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Dane in their class.
About the Name Dane
Dane has seen a notable decline in recent years, dropping 86 places in five years. It was most popular in 2001 at #256 — parents choosing it today are making a deliberately counter-trend decision. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996.
Dane is rare in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Dane in their class.
In the US it ranks even higher at #880, where it enjoys a particularly strong following.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the name Dane
🏫 Who else is in the room?
In a typical UK class of 28, highlighted children share the name Dane
Almost certainly the only Dane in the class
UK Popularity (1996–2025)
Rank and birth count · ONS official data
US Popularity (2020–2025)
Rank · SSA official data
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