Danzig: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: d-ahnz-eeg
Origin: Germany
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Region Origin: Central Europe
Meaning: To flow

Danzig is a striking and historically rich name rooted in geography and legacy. Derived from the German name for the city of Gdańsk in northern Poland, Danzig is a toponymic surname that originally indicated a person’s origin from this influential Baltic port city. Gdańsk itself holds deep historical significance as a center of trade and culture, with its name likely stemming from the Old Slavic word gdań, meaning “to flow”—a nod to its position along vital waterways like the Motława River. It embodies characteristics such as independence, strength, and a deep-rooted sense of identity.

Danzig Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Danzig is currently #23491 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Danzig is currently #10087 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Danzig is currently #12175 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Danzig is currently #5268 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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