Name comparison
Daniel vs Stephen
Daniel is the more common of the two, with roughly 2.5x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Daniel | Stephen |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 1,601,643 | 628,292 |
| Global rank | #9 | #53 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 4,995 | 1 in 12,733 |
| Origin | n/a | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.6%) | Male (99.7%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 1,601,643 | 628,292 |
How they differ
Daniel has approximately 1.6M living bearers compared to 628k for Stephen - a ratio of about 2.5x.
Daniel originates from unknown origins. Stephen originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Daniel or Stephen more popular?
Daniel is more popular worldwide, with approximately 1,601,643 estimated living bearers compared to 628,292 for Stephen. That is roughly 2.5x more bearers of Daniel.
What is the difference in origin between Daniel and Stephen?
Daniel originates from unknown sources. Stephen originates from unknown sources.
Are Daniel and Stephen used for the same gender?
Both Daniel and Stephen are predominantly used as male names.
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