Dilana
Fact sheet
- Name
- Dilana
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 3
The feminine first name Dilana has its origin in the Kurdish and Persian word dil, which means 'heart'. This leads to the meanings 'the heart' or, more freely formulated, 'the warm-hearted' or 'the love'.
What does the name Dilana mean?
Dilana is a feminine first name derived from the Kurdish and Persian word dil for 'heart'. The meaning ranges from 'the heart' to more liberal translations like 'the warm-hearted' or 'the love'. Variants of Dilana include the names Dilan and Dilane.
Where does the name Dilana come from?
The name Dilana originates from Kurdish and Persian linguistic areas and carries meanings such as 'the heart' or 'the warm-hearted'.
How do you pronounce Dilana?
Di-la-na, where the 'i' sounds like in 'bitte'.
Popularity
In Germany, Dilana is among the less common first names. The name currently ranks 5,884th on the list of the most popular female baby names. Its best placement was in 2011, reaching rank 1,286. Over the last ten years, the name has been given about 60 times, placing it 3,362nd in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 2,840th.
Nicknames & pet names
Diana / Didi / Dila / Dina / Lana
Frequently asked questions about the name Dilana
Where does the name Dilana come from?
Dilana has its roots in the Kurdish and Persian linguistic areas. The name is closely related to the word 'dil', which means 'heart'.
What does the first name Dilana mean?
The name Dilana means 'the heart' and can also be interpreted as 'the warm-hearted' or 'the love'.
How popular is the name Dilana?
The popularity of the name Dilana varies by region, but it is increasingly appreciated in certain communities with Kurdish and Persian roots.