Dayan
15% girls · 85% boys
About Dayan
Dayan is a multicultural masculine name with several distinct origins. In Hebrew, it means 'judge' or 'arbitrator' and has historical connections to Jewish communities. The name also appears in Hindi and Sanskrit traditions, where it relates to 'compassion' or 'mercy.' In Turkish contexts, Dayan can mean 'endure' or 'resist.' This rich multicultural background has made Dayan increasingly popular among parents seeking names with international appeal and positive meanings. The name gained some recognition in the Western world through figures like Moshe Dayan, the famous Israeli military leader and politician. With its simple pronunciation (dye-AHN) and meaningful origins, Dayan offers a distinctive yet accessible option.
Dayan is also given to girls, where it ranks #15483 in the US.
Pronounced dah-YAHN.
As of October 2026, Dayan ranked #15483 for girls and #3867 for boys in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #6191 for girls in 2006 and #2998 for boys in 2024.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | #4,820 | 20 | 10.5 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | #4,637 | 21 | 11.6 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | #4,572 | 21 | 12.2 |
| 2021 | #4,396 | 23 | 13.1 |
| 2022 | #4,889 | 20 | 11.5 |
| 2023 | #4,026 | 27 | 15.8 |
| 2024 | #2,998 | 41 | 23.8 |
| 2025 | #3,867 | 28 | 16.4 |