Dayani

Spanish, Kazakh
"heavenly, faith"

Dayani Origin and Meaning

The name Dayani is a girl's name.

Dayani is a feminine name with multiple potential origins. In Sanskrit, it relates to 'dayā' meaning 'compassion' or 'mercy,' suggesting someone who is kind-hearted. The name also appears in Cuban and broader Latin American usage, possibly derived from a combination of common name elements or as a variant of Diana. In Sri Lankan context, it may relate to Sinhalese naming traditions. Dayani has a melodic quality with its three syllables and flowing vowel sounds, creating a name that's distinctive yet easy to pronounce across different languages. The beginning element 'day' gives it a bright, positive association in English-speaking contexts. While not among the most common names, Dayani has gained modest recognition internationally, particularly in multicultural communities.

The name Dayani in Pop Culture

  • Dayani
    character in the Netflix TV series "Inbestigators"