Dannis
boy nameDannis entered the US charts in 1938, peaked at #1884 in 1946, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1938–2025
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rank today
#1884
peak (1946)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #2868 |
| 1940s | #2974 |
| 1950s | #3168 |
| 1960s | #3730 |
| 1970s | #5829 |
| 1980s | #6023 |
| 2000s | #12553 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Dannis are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Dannis alive today was born around 1953, making them about 72 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dannis in 2025?
- Dannis is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Dannis most popular?
- Dannis peaked in 1946, reaching #1884 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Dannis with classmates?
- Dannis will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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