Name comparison
Daniel vs Mary
Mary is the more common of the two, with roughly 3.9x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Daniel | Mary |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 1,601,643 | 6,200,000 |
| Global rank | #9 | #13 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 4,995 | 1 in 1,290 |
| Origin | n/a | Hebrew |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.6%) | Female (99.6%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 2 |
| U.S. bearers | 1,601,643 | 1,355,849 |
How they differ
Mary has approximately 6.2M living bearers compared to 1.6M for Daniel - a ratio of about 3.9x.
Daniel originates from unknown origins. Mary originates from Hebrew (from Miriam; possibly 'beloved' or 'wished-for child').
Frequently asked questions
Is Daniel or Mary more popular?
Mary is more popular worldwide, with approximately 6,200,000 estimated living bearers compared to 1,601,643 for Daniel. That is roughly 3.9x more bearers of Mary.
What is the difference in origin between Daniel and Mary?
Daniel originates from unknown sources. Mary originates from Hebrew.
Are Daniel and Mary used for the same gender?
Daniel is 99.6% male, while Mary is 0.4% male.
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