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Dagan

DAY-gahn

Letters5
Syllables2
OriginHebrew

The Story of Dagan

This name was whispered in ancient fields as the first crops rose, a divine promise of sustenance and earth's bounty.

Dagan originates from Hebrew, meaning 'grain' or 'earth,' connecting it to the very essence of sustenance and the land. It also bears the name of Dagan, an ancient Mesopotamian god of fertility and agriculture, revered for his blessings on harvests. The name's journey from ancient reverence to modern usage speaks of a deep, enduring connection to the foundational elements of life and growth.

When you think of your son, do you envision someone grounded and nurturing, with a quiet strength that sustains those around him? 'Dagan' is a name that embodies that very feeling. Writing it on his birth announcement will feel like planting a seed of promise, a connection to the earth's enduring cycle. It’s a name that feels reliable, a sturdy presence you’ll hear called across a lifetime.

What It Means

Dagan is a name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'grain' or 'earth'. It is also the name of an ancient Mesopotamian god of fertility and agriculture.

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Numerology

4

The Builder

Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.

Personality Traits

StrongReliableGroundedNurturing

Peak Year

#63 in 2003

Total Births

1,086

First Recorded

1969

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