دانش

Danish

boyPersian

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

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

Meaning and origin of Danish

Danish (dānish) is a Persian word for knowledge and learning, related to dānā, wise. It appears in many Persian and Urdu compounds such as dānishmand (scholar) and dānishgāh (university). As a boy's name it is especially popular in Pakistan and India, where it has nothing to do with the English word for Denmark.

Is Danish a Muslim name?

Yes. Danish is a Persian name meaning knowledge, and it is widely used by Muslim families in Pakistan, India and Afghanistan.

Where is the name Danish used?

Very common in Pakistan and among Indian Muslims; Danesh is the usual Iranian form.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Danish mean?

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

Is Danish a Muslim name?

Yes. Danish is a Persian name meaning knowledge, and it is widely used by Muslim families in Pakistan, India and Afghanistan.

How do you write Danish in Arabic?

Danish is written دانش in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Danish?

Danish is pronounced DAH-nish.

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