Dathan Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Dathan

"Dathan was an Israelite mentioned in the Old Testament as a participant of the Exodus"

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Male 📈 Peak 2005 👥 1,563 in US

Data last updated: 2025 SSA records

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Meaning
Dathan was an Israelite mentioned in the Old Testament as a participant of the Exodus
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
1,563
Life Path
Number 3

📖 What Does Dathan Mean?

Dathan was an Israelite mentioned in the Old Testament as a participant of the Exodus.

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Dathan was an Israelite mentioned in the Old Testament as a participant of the Exodus.

Root Element
Dathan
Core Meaning
"Dathan was an Israelite mentioned in the Old Testament as a participant of the Exodus"
Language

🔢 Numerology of Dathan

D 4
A 1
T 2
H 8
A 1
N 5
SUM 3
3
Life Path
Creativity & Expression
2
Soul Urge
Harmony & Diplomacy
1
Personality
Independence & Leadership

Life Path 3 — Creativity & Expression: Charismatic, artistic, and highly communicative.

📊 Dathan in Numbers

1,563 US bearers
2005 Peak year
Predominantly Male Predominant gender
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Dathan" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "Dathan was an Israelite mentioned in the Old Testament as a participant of the Exodus".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.

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Today (2026)

~1,563 people named Dathan in the US. Peaked in 2005 with 53 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Dathan?

The Life Path number for Dathan is 3, associated with Creativity & Expression. Soul Urge: 2. Personality: 1.

Is Dathan a boy or girl name?

Dathan is Predominantly Male. Based on US data, 100% male and 0% female.

How many people are named Dathan in the US?

Approximately 1,563 people in the United States are named Dathan. The name peaked in 2005 with 53 recorded uses.

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