Danna

Danna is an English feminine name functioning primarily as a variant of Dana, itself derived from the Old English surname meaning one who came from Denmark, or alternatively connected to the ancient Irish goddess Danu, a mother figure associated with the Tuatha Dé Danann. The name gained use as a given name in the twentieth century, particularly in North America, following the broader pattern of surnames and clan names shifting into personal use. Closely related forms include Dana, Danna's most common counterpart, as well as Donna, which shares a similar sound but carries a distinct Latin origin meaning lady.