DAN

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Dan

Dan is a British surname of Anglo-Saxon origin. It is derived from the Old English personal name "Dain", which means "the Dane". The surname Dan is believed to have been introduced to England by Scandinavian settlers during the Viking Age.

The name Dan has variations such as Dann and Dain. It is most commonly found in regions of England with historical ties to Viking settlements, such as the East of England and the North.

Individuals with the surname Dan can be traced back through centuries of British history, with notable figures contributing to various fields such as literature, politics, and the arts.

The name Dan continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining a connection to British heritage and history.

There are approximately 581 people named Dan in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around nine in a million people in Britain are named Dan.

Region of origin: Asia

Country of origin: Vietnam

Language of origin: Vietnamese

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Daniel
David
George
Jack
John
Joseph
Li
Liam
Michael
Peter
Razvan
Robert
Simon

Female

Alina
Carol
Caroline
Danielle
Deng
Farah
Georgie
Gillian
Jennifer
Kate
Margaret
Pamela
Sarah
Susan
Victoria

Similar and related surnames

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