Danai is of Greek origin and means "morning dew". It is a unisex name, though it's more commonly used for girls. The name gained popularity due to its unique sound and spelling, making it stand out compared to other names of similar pronunciation like Dana or Dani. Danai has been used in various cultures worldwide, with notable figures such as Greek actress Danai Gurira bringing recognition to the name.
The name Danai was quite popular in 1975 with a total of 5 births recorded that year.