Dana
boy name#4139 in 2025Dana entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #165 in 1954, ranks #4139 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#4139
rank today
#165
peak (1954)
25
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #671 |
| 1890s | #660 |
| 1900s | #678 |
| 1910s | #623 |
| 1920s | #574 |
| 1930s | #507 |
| 1940s | #347 |
| 1950s | #180 |
| 1960s | #202 |
| 1970s | #258 |
| 1980s | #394 |
| 1990s | #792 |
| 2000s | #1768 |
| 2010s | #3209 |
| 2020s | #4310 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Dana has been most popular in MA, NY, PA.
Living bearers
About 40,000 people named Dana are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Dana alive today was born around 1960, making them about 65 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dana in 2025?
- Dana ranks #4139 among US boy names in 2025, with 25 babies given the name.
- When was the name Dana most popular?
- Dana peaked in 1954, reaching #165 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Dana with classmates?
- Dana will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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