Dana
Dana is a Muslim girl name of Arabic (also Persian dānā) origin, meaning “Large, precious pearl”.
| Meaning | Large, precious pearl |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic (also Persian dānā) |
| Written as | دانة |
| Pronunciation | DAH-nah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Gulf States, Levant, Iraq |
Meaning and origin of Dana
In Arabic, Dana (dāna) is the word for a pearl that is both large and perfect in form. Its popularity in the Gulf owes much to the region's past, when diving for pearls supported whole communities. Persian has a separate word, dānā, meaning wise or learned, while the meaning 'gracious, compassionate' sometimes attached to Dana is simply not accurate. The English name Dana is unrelated.
Is Dana a Muslim name?
As a name for a treasured pearl, Dana is a favourite of Muslim families, particularly in the Gulf and the Levant.
How popular is Dana?
It is very popular in Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Jordan and Iraq.
Gifts with the name Dana
- Dana name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Dana baby gifts (Amazon)
- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Dana
Names similar to Dana
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Dana mean?
Dana means 'Large, precious pearl'. It is of Arabic (also Persian dānā) origin.
Is Dana a Muslim name?
As a name for a treasured pearl, Dana is a favourite of Muslim families, particularly in the Gulf and the Levant.
How do you pronounce Dana?
Dana is pronounced DAH-nah.
Is Dana a boy or girl name?
Dana is usually a girl name.