Danish
Boy name · 15 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Danish: 15 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 5 births in 2019.
The name Danish has two distinct origins. In Persian and Urdu, it means "knowledge" or "wisdom," from the word _dānish_, and is a popular given name across South Asia. It also refers to someone from Denmark, making it a geographical surname and occasional first name in Nordic contexts. Notable bearers include Pakistani cricketer Danish Kaneria, who played international cricket, and actor Danish Taimoor. While no significant places are named after a bearer, the name itself is directly linked to the country of Denmark. A common variant is Danesh, and in Scotland the name appears predominantly among families with South Asian heritage, reflecting its dual cultural roots.
Boy 4 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20195 babies
- Latest (2019)
- #5165 babies
- Total births
- 15since 1990
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y