Hebrew Names that Start With D
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Danit
Hebrew
"God is my judge"
Israeli spin on Danielle is rarely heard here.
Datyah
Hebrew
"belief in God"
Heard more in Israel than the U. S.
Davida
Feminine variation of David
"beloved"
An outdated feminine form of David sometimes heard in the UK, though Davina is more usual..
Dayanah
Spelling variation of Dayana
Debs
Diminutive of Deborah
"bee"
Debbie is decidedly out, the original Deborah lovely, and other short forms -- Deb, Debs -- for occasional use only.
Dorit
Hebrew
"of this generation"
Popular in Israel, sounds a lot more current than Doris.Brings to mind Dickens' Little Dorrit , though Dorrit was the surname of its heroine Amy.
Doveva
Hebrew
"graceful"
Feminine but strong name heard in Israel.
Dalfon
Hebrew
"raindrop"
Definitely a name you won't hear in every playground, Dalfon (also spelled Dalphon) is a highly unusual weather name with a distinctive sound.
Dathan
Hebrew
"fountain"
Obscure Old Testament name that rhymes with (and might be a substitute for) Nathan.
Doron
Hebrew
"gift"
Benevolent name found in Israel in several forms, including Doran and Doroni.
Dov
Hebrew
"bear"
Fierce meaning, gentle image. This name is very common in Israel, where an endearing pet form is Dubi.