Dana name meaning
دانة
Dana · DAH-nah
A large, precious pearl (from Persian).
- Gender
- Girl
- Origin
- Persian
- Arabic root
- No Arabic root
- Pronunciation
- DAH-nah
- Other spellings
- None common
About the name Dana
Dana comes from Persian "dana", a grain or bead, and in Gulf Arabic it came to mean a large, valuable pearl, a precious word in a region whose coastal communities long lived from pearl diving. The name is popular in Kuwait, Saudi Arabia and the Levant. It is also an English name with a different origin, which makes it easy for international families.
Dana in fancy text
- 𝐃𝐚𝐧𝐚 Bold
- 𝓓𝓪𝓷𝓪 Script
- 𝔻𝕒𝕟𝕒 Double
- ꧁ 𝓓𝓪𝓷𝓪 ꧂ Wings
Related names
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Doaa دعاء
A prayer of supplication; asking God for good
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Dalal دلال
Playful charm shown by someone who is loved
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Dima ديمة
Steady, gentle rain that falls for a long time
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Rania رانية
One who gazes calmly and with admiration
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Roaa رؤى
Visions; the plural of "ruya", a dream
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Rahma رحمة
Mercy, kindness and compassion
FAQ
What is the origin of the name Dana?
Dana (دانة) is a name of Persian origin. A large, precious pearl (from Persian).
How do you write Dana in Arabic?
In Arabic script it is written دانة. In English it is usually spelled Dana.