Boy name
Dana name meaning
“a charitable gift; wealth”
Dana is a masculine name commonly linked to a charitable gift or wealth through Sanskrit. The word dāna means giving or charity, while dhana means wealth; both can appear as dana in borrowing. Another origin is Persian dānā, which means knowledgeable.
What does Dana mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Dana
In Sanskrit, dāna means giving or charity, while dhana means wealth; both can appear as dana in borrowing. The name also has other origins, including Persian dānā ‘knowledgeable’.
Name combinations with Dana
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Dana, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Dana: a charitable gift; wealth
- Prang: war, battle
- Mujianto: to praise or offer praise
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Meaning of each word
- Dana: a charitable gift; wealth
- Wagimin: associated with the Wage calendar day
- Anugerah: grace, a precious gift
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Dana Suksmono
Meaning of each word
- Dana: a charitable gift; wealth
- Suksmono: subtle, delicate
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Meaning of each word
- Bayu: the blowing wind
- Dana: a charitable gift; wealth
- Elang: large bird of prey
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Dana Aditama
Meaning of each word
- Dana: a charitable gift; wealth
- Aditama: most distinguished or excellent
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Meaning of each word
- Dana: a charitable gift; wealth
- Tulis: to inscribe letters or writing
- Purwaka: beginning, opening or introduction
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How to pronounce Dana
| Syllables | 2 · 4 letters · 4-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /dana/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦢꦤ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮓᮔ |
Is Dana a boy’s name?
Yes, Dana is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 91% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Dana ranks #858 among boy names in our data sample (23 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Dana
Names with related meanings
- Halim♂Forbearing, gentle, slow to anger
- Karim♂Generous, noble, honourable
- Nasir♂Helper, supporter
- Husni♂Loveliness, beauty
- Wahab♂One who gives abundantly
- Husein♂Handsome, good, charming
- Lutfi♂Gentle and gracious
- Ikhsan♂Doing good with excellence
- Ihsan♂Doing good with excellence
- Latif♂Gentle, gracious, considerate
- Latief♂♀Gentle, kind
- Anis♂♀Close and friendly companion
Famous people named Dana
- Dana Christina · b. 1957
- Dana Iswara · b. 1962
- Dana Setia
- Dana Anugrah Raffliansyah · b. 1980
- Dana Aswadi · b. 1988
- Dana Barus · b. 1964
- Dana Gumilar
- Dana Indra Sensuse · b. 1961
- Dana Mulyana
- Dana Rinaldy · b. 1981
- Dana Ukon · b. 1972
- Dana Vega Supriatna · b. 1982
FAQ about the name Dana
What is the meaning of Dana?
Dana means a charitable gift; wealth. In Sanskrit, dāna means giving or charity, while dhana means wealth; both can appear as dana in borrowing. The name also has other origins, including Persian dānā ‘knowledgeable’.
Is Dana a boy’s name?
Yes, Dana is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 91% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Dana?
Dana is of Sanskrit and Persian origin.
How many syllables does Dana have?
Dana has 2 syllables (Da-na) and 4 letters.
How popular is the name Dana?
Dana ranks #858 among boy names in our data sample (23 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Dana?
Some ideas: Dana Prang Mujianto; Dana Wagimin Anugerah; Dana Suksmono.
Famous people named Dana?
Notable people named Dana include Dana Christina, Dana Iswara, Dana Setia.
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