دانة

Daana

girlArabic (Gulf)

Daana is a Muslim girl name meaning “Large, precious pearl”.

MeaningLarge, precious pearl
GenderGirl
OriginArabic (Gulf)
Arabic spellingدانة
PronunciationDAH-nah
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Daana

Daana is a spelling of Dāna, a Gulf Arabic word for a large, fine pearl, from the pearl-diving tradition of the Arabian Gulf. The long first vowel is shown by the double a. It is a popular girl's name in Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar and the UAE. It is distinct from the English and Persian name Dana.

Is Daana a Muslim name?

Yes. Daana is a Muslim name used by Arab families, especially in the Gulf, meaning a precious pearl.

Where is the name Daana used?

Most popular in Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, the UAE and Saudi Arabia.

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Spellings and variants of Daana

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Daana mean?

Daana means 'Large, precious pearl'. It comes from Arabic (Gulf).

Is Daana a Muslim name?

Yes. Daana is a Muslim name used by Arab families, especially in the Gulf, meaning a precious pearl.

How do you write Daana in Arabic?

Daana is written دانة in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Daana?

Daana is pronounced DAH-nah.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.