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Dana
large pearl
Origin
Arabic
Used in
ar
Origin and meaning of Dana
Dana (دانا) in Gulf Arabic vocabulary denotes a large, prized natural pearl, echoing the pearl-diving tradition that for centuries shaped the economy and identity of the Persian Gulf coasts. The name carries connotations of rarity, purity and worth, qualities parents symbolically wish upon their daughter. It is especially beloved in the UAE, Kuwait, Bahrain and Saudi Arabia, and its short, simple sound travels easily beyond the Arab world, helping it spread internationally as a modern, elegant name.
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