The Hebrew that is transliterated as “Dan” in English is translated in Spanish Sign Language with a sign that signifies “snake,” referring to Genesis 49:17. (Source: Steve Parkhurst)

“Dan” in Spanish Sign Language, source: Sociedad Bíblica de España

For more information on translations of proper names with sign language see Sign Language Bible Translations Have Something to Say to Hearing Christians .

More information on Dan (son of Jacob) and the Tribe of Dan .