Dzana

girlBosnian, from Persian jān

Dzana is a Muslim girl name meaning “Soul, dear one”.

MeaningSoul, dear one
GenderGirl
OriginBosnian, from Persian jān
PronunciationJAH-nah
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Dzana

Dzana is a simplified spelling of Bosnian Džana, pronounced 'Jana'. It is generally regarded as coming from Persian jān (soul, life, dear one), a word that entered Bosnian through Ottoman Turkish (can). It is a popular modern girl's name among Bosniak Muslims.

Is Dzana a Muslim name?

Yes. Džana (Dzana) is used by Muslim families in Bosnia and the wider Balkans. It is Persian in origin rather than Arabic, with an affectionate meaning.

Where is the name Dzana used?

Common among Bosniaks in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Sandžak and the diaspora.

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Spellings and variants of Dzana

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Dzana mean?

Dzana means 'Soul, dear one'. It comes from Bosnian, from Persian jān.

Is Dzana a Muslim name?

Yes. Džana (Dzana) is used by Muslim families in Bosnia and the wider Balkans. It is Persian in origin rather than Arabic, with an affectionate meaning.

How do you pronounce Dzana?

Dzana is pronounced JAH-nah.

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