Danai comes from Shona (Zimbabwean), 'love one another; relate well'; it is also Greek Danae ('she who judges', the mother of Perseus; routes layered, which we note). A lyrical, modern name (said 'dah-NY').

In the U.S. it appears across Zimbabwean and Greek families. Rare, love-one-another at the root, and modern.

Did you know? Danai means 'love one another; relate well' in Shona (Zimbabwean) — and is also the Greek Danae ('she who judges', mother of Perseus) — a lyrical, modern name (made known by actress Danai Gurira; the routes are layered, which we note; said 'dah-NY').

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References — Danai — routes layered

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Danai mean?

Danai is Shona for 'love one another'; also the Greek Danae ('she who judges'); the routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Danai?

It's said dah-NY /dɑˈnaɪ/ — two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Danai a boy or girl name?

Danai is a girl's name.

How popular is Danai?

Danai is a rare name in the U.S.