Dana
Girl name · Arabic · pronounced DAH-nah
Verified name
What does Dana mean?
Wise, precious pearl
Origin and language
Popularity in the United States
Ranked No. 706 in the U.S. in 2025, so it is moderately common. Source: U.S. Social Security Administration data.
Popularity in England and Wales
No. 894 in England and Wales in 2025
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Related names, nicknames, and variants
Nickname: Dani
Variant: Danah, Danya
Related: Danna
Using Dana across cultures
Used broadly in Arab world and Europe.
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