Name:
Dana
Gender:
Girl
Origin:
English
Meaning:
Dana originates in English language and means "from Denmark". It is derived from a surname and today can be used as both feminine and masculine given names. In other languages, especially Slavic, Dana is considered a feminine form of Daniel and thus is only used for girls. There is also an Arabic meaning of this name, "the prettiest pearl".
Pronunciation:
DAY-nə
The Five Elements:
Metal
Also Spelled Like...:
Danette
Danita
Dayna
Famous Dana:
Dana Carvey : comedian
Dana Delany (actress) Dana Allison : basketball player
Dana Bath : writer
Dana Hamm : model
Dana King : news anchor