Dania
Dania is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Near, close at hand”.
| Meaning | Near, close at hand |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | دانية |
| Pronunciation | DAH-nee-ah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Levant, Gulf States, Egypt |
Meaning and origin of Dania
Dania comes from the Arabic dāniya, meaning near or close by, and it is used above all of fruit that hangs low enough to pluck. Its root is about nearness. The Quran applies the word to the fruit of Paradise, always within easy reach, and that picture lends the name a soft, blessed feeling. It is well liked throughout the Arab world and has no connection to the Scandinavian Danja or Dania.
Is Dania a Muslim name?
Dania rests on a Quranic word and is widely chosen by Muslim families. It recalls Paradise, where 'its clusters of fruit hanging near (dāniya)' (Quran 69:23).
How popular is Dania?
It is a popular choice in Jordan, Palestine, Saudi Arabia and Egypt.
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Spellings and variants of Dania
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Dania mean?
Dania means 'Near, close at hand'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Dania a Muslim name?
Dania rests on a Quranic word and is widely chosen by Muslim families. It recalls Paradise, where 'its clusters of fruit hanging near (dāniya)' (Quran 69:23).
How do you pronounce Dania?
Dania is pronounced DAH-nee-ah.
Is Dania a boy or girl name?
Dania is usually a girl name.