دانش

Daanish

boyPersian

Daanish is a Muslim boy name meaning “Knowledge, learning, wisdom”.

MeaningKnowledge, learning, wisdom
GenderBoy
OriginPersian
Arabic spellingدانش
PronunciationDAA-nish
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Daanish

Daanish is a spelling of the Persian dānish, knowledge or learning, from the verb dānistan, to know. It is common in Pakistan and India, where it is often spelled Danish, which can cause confusion with the English word for something from Denmark. The related dānishmand means a learned person.

Is Daanish a Muslim name?

Yes, Daanish is used widely by Muslim families in South Asia. It is Persian rather than Arabic, with a meaning of knowledge.

Where is the name Daanish used?

Common in Pakistan, India and Afghanistan; Danesh is the Iranian form.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Daanish mean?

Daanish means 'Knowledge, learning, wisdom'. It comes from Persian.

Is Daanish a Muslim name?

Yes, Daanish is used widely by Muslim families in South Asia. It is Persian rather than Arabic, with a meaning of knowledge.

How do you write Daanish in Arabic?

Daanish is written دانش in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Daanish?

Daanish is pronounced DAA-nish.

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