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Dana vs Indiana

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dana

Girl #1,076 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"judge, arbiter"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Hebrew Irish Slavic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,076
Total SSA Count
230
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Dana Rank #1,076
Indiana Rank #2,250

Dana is more popular, ranked #1076 vs #2250 for Indiana.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dana or Indiana more popular?

Dana is more popular, ranked #1076 compared to Indiana at #2250 in the United States.

What do Dana and Indiana mean?

Dana means "judge, arbiter" (Hebrew origin). Indiana means "land of the Indians" (American English/Latin origin).

Are Dana and Indiana boy or girl names?

Dana is primarily a girl name. Indiana is primarily a girl name.

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