Of the Dardani tribe; pear tree
Dardan is derived from the Dardani, an ancient Illyrian tribe that inhabited the Balkans. In Albanian etymology, it is often linked to the word 'dardhë', meaning 'pear', suggesting a connection to the land's flora. It also has roots in Greek mythology through Dardanus, the son of Zeus and founder of the city of Dardanus.
Less common today
Dardan isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,369 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Professional basketball player
Son of Zeus and Electra in Greek mythology · Greek Mythology
Kosovar-Albanian DJ known as Regard
