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Dania is a feminine diminutive of Daniel, primarily used in Arabic and Slavic cultures. In Arabic, it is also associated with the meaning 'close' or 'near'. It offers a softer, more modern alternative to the classic Danielle.
Less common today
Dania isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #765 in 1996.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
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