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Danish

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Pronounced DAH-nish /ˈdɑ.nɪʃ/Medium

Meaning: From Persian/Urdu danish, 'knowledge; wisdom; learning; science'Low

In 30 seconds: Knowledge; wisdom; learning: Danish is Persian/Urdu. Crisp, classic, and warm (said 'DAH-nish').

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Origin LowPersian, Urdu

MeaningFrom Persian/Urdu danish, 'knowledge; wisdom; learning; science'

U.S. rank (2025)#9096 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births8 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2003

Total births (all-time)≈ 425

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Danish comes from Persian/Urdu danish, 'knowledge; wisdom; learning; science'. A crisp, classic name common in South Asian Muslim families (said 'DAH-nish').

In the U.S. it appears in South Asian families. Rare, knowledge-and-wisdom at the root, and classic.

Did you know? Danish means 'knowledge; wisdom; learning; science' in Persian/Urdu — a crisp, classic name (said 'DAH-nish'; not to be confused with the English word for the pastry/nationality).

Overall data confidence 44%

References — Danish — Persian etymology

Variations

DaanishDaneshDaneesh

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Danish mean?

Danish is Persian/Urdu for 'knowledge; wisdom; learning; science'.

How do you pronounce Danish?

It's said DAH-nish /ˈdɑ.nɪʃ/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Danish a boy or girl name?

Danish is a boy's name.

How popular is Danish?

Danish is a rare name in the U.S.