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Dana

Female

Meaning

Generosity.

Origin

Sanskrit

Pronunciation

/ˈdeɪnə/

EDITOR'S NOTE

Emily P.

PupNames.com Contributor

Dana, a dog name with a punch! It's got that "Ghostbusters" vibe, thanks to Dana Barrett, but it's also a nod to Dana Scully from "The X-Files". It's a name that says, "I'm cute, but I can also solve paranormal mysteries." Plus, in Aramaic, Dana means "arbiter" or "God is my judge". So, if your pup is judging you for that third slice of pizza, you know why. It's a name that's fun, unique, and carries a hint of sass. Perfect for a pooch with personality!

Traits associated with the name Dana:

Dana has a beautiful sound to it that represents a powerful affection between owner and dog.

Dogs named Dana tend to be loving, loyal, and strong-willed. This feminine name is also associated with companionship, and empathy.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Dana?

It suggests that you have a strong connection to the name Dana, whether it be a personal connection or simply a name that you find appealing. It also suggests that you are a pet owner who is willing to put thought and care into naming their pet.

Is Dana a good dog name?

Dana has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Dana isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity: Overall

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2,998

New York City Dog Name Database

4,308

Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Naming your dog Dana is certainly a thing, but it's one of the more niche choices out there according to our data.

Popularity: Historical Trend

Dana was, in the past month, the 269th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of May 2025, Dana is becoming a more popular moniker with new puppy owners. Our stats show that the name is more fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Dana was viewed 109 times, and liked 1 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Dana's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Dana is most adored in Louisiana, Nebraska and Georgia.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in District of Columbia, Colorado and South Carolina.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Dana.

Dana is found in these categories:

sanskrit

Derived from Sanskrit, meaning generous or giving.

spiritual

Dana originates from Sanskrit, meaning "generosity," a key virtue in many spiritual traditions.

Dog names like Dana:

Dulia

Veneration or respect paid to the saints and angels.

Devika

Little Goddess.

Daisy

Day's eye. The petals of a daisy open during the day, revealing its yellow centers, and then close at night.

Daphne

The very intelligent character from scooby doo

Darla

Dear, Loved One

Delia

Person From Delos

Comments (3)

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Dana mi gran compañera perrs de dos años (Galicia, Spain)

She is loyal and very noble, protective and faithful.
January 05, 2023 ◆ Translated

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Feliz (Galicia, Spain)

Sweet noble protective and very faithful
May 05, 2022 ◆ Translated

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Enamorada (Galicia, Spain)

She is very sweet noble protective and very sensitive
May 05, 2022 ◆ Translated

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