Dana Worthen

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Dana Worthen — from Denmark
189K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Dana Worthen is a name that combines Arabic origins. The first name Dana is a feminine given name of Arabic origin. Dana is a unisex given name. It was among the 100 most popular names given to girls born in the United States between 1960 and 1990. It has since fallen in popularity and was ranked the 446th most popular name given to girls born in the United States in 2007. As a male forename it was of the 314th rank out of 1,219 in the 1990 U.S. census. Derivations The name has multiple derivations. Dana or Danah, in Arabic, means 'the most perfectly sized, valuable and beautiful pearl'. The surname Worthen: Amos Henry Worthen, American geologist Amy Namowitz Worthen (born 1946), American artist Augusta Harvey Worthen (1823–1910), American author and teacher Clyde Worthen, American judoka Ezekiel Worthen (1710–1793), American military officer Joey Worthen (born 1979), American soccer player John Worthen (literary critic), English academic, literary critic and biographer John E. Dana is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 189K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Dana reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Dana

Meaning: from Denmark

Arabic

Dana is a unisex given name. It was among the 100 most popular names given to girls born in the United States between 1960 and 1990. It has since fallen in popularity and was ranked the 446th most popular name given to girls born in the United States in 2007. As a male forename it was of the 314th rank out of 1,219 in the 1990 U.S. census. Derivations The name has multiple derivations. Dana or Danah, in Arabic, means 'the most perfectly sized, valuable and beautiful pearl'.

Surname: Worthen

English

Amos Henry Worthen, American geologist Amy Namowitz Worthen (born 1946), American artist Augusta Harvey Worthen (1823–1910), American author and teacher Clyde Worthen, American judoka Ezekiel Worthen (1710–1793), American military officer Joey Worthen (born 1979), American soccer player John Worthen (literary critic), English academic, literary critic and biographer John E.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Dana is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Dana by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Dana Worthen

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Dana Worthen:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

4
Soul Urge Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Dana?
The first name Dana originates from Arabic. Dana is a unisex given name. It was among the 100 most popular names given to girls born in the United States between 1960 and 1990. It has since fallen in popularity and was ranked the 446th most popular name given to girls born in the United States in 2007. As a male forename it was of the 314th rank out of 1,219 in the 1990 U.S. census. Derivations The name has multiple derivations. Dana or Danah, in Arabic, means 'the most perfectly sized, valuable and beautiful pearl'.
When was Dana most popular?
The name Dana reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Worthen?
The surname Worthen originates from English. Amos Henry Worthen, American geologist Amy Namowitz Worthen (born 1946), American artist Augusta Harvey Worthen (1823–1910), American author and teacher Clyde Worthen, American judoka Ezekiel Worthen (1710–1793), American military officer Joey Worthen (born 1979), American soccer player John Worthen (literary critic), English academic, literary critic and biographer John E.
What are the origins of the name Dana Worthen?
The name Dana Worthen combines two different traditions: the first name Dana has Arabic roots, while the surname Worthen originates from English.
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