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At a Glance
- Meaning
- From a surname meaning 'Dane'; also used as a feminine form of Dan, 'judge'
- Origin
- English
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- DAH-nah
Dana is a girl's name, pronounced DAH-nah, with English origins. It comes from a surname meaning 'Dane', and it's also used as a feminine form of Dan, 'judge'. It has a worldly, clean, modern feel.
Meaning & Origin of Dana
Meaning: From a surname meaning 'Dane'; also used as a feminine form of Dan, 'judge'.
Origin: English.
How to Pronounce Dana
DAH-nahIPA /ˈdɑːnə/
Popularity of Dana
Dana peaked in 1971, when it ranked #44 with 6,934 girls given the name. By 2024 it had slipped to #1077 with 230 babies, so it's now a rarely heard name.
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FAQ
What does the name Dana mean?
From a surname meaning ‘Dane’; also used as a feminine form of Dan, ‘judge’.
How do you pronounce Dana?
Dana is pronounced DAH-nah (IPA: /ˈdɑːnə/).
Is Dana a popular name right now?
Dana peaked at #44 in 1971 and is ranked #1077 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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