dana

Dana is a name used as both a given name and a surname, and it also appears in place names and corporate titles. It is used internationally and across genders, though in many English-speaking contexts it is more commonly feminine.

As a given name, Dana has multiple origins. In English-speaking countries it often derives from the surname Dana or from earlier personal names, and it has become a widely used feminine name in the 20th century. In other languages and cultures, Dana exists as a standalone feminine given name with distinct roots.

Notable people with the given name include the American comedian and actor Dana Carvey; the American actress and activist Dana Reeve; and the fictional FBI agent Dana Scully from The X-Files.

Dana Incorporated is a major American manufacturer of drivetrain components and related systems. The name also appears in various geographic places and in other organizational names.