Dasha
GirlRussian
Dasha is a girl name of Russian origin meaning "Defender of the people".
About this name
Gender
Girl
Language
Russian
Religion
Christian
Popularity
3 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
5 letters
Meaning
Defender of the people
Etymology
Short form of Darya or Daria, derived from Greek Dáreios (Δαρεῖος), meaning 'he who holds firm the good'.
Famous People Named Dasha
- Dasha Astafieva — Ukrainian singer and model
- Dasha — American country singer-songwriter
- Dasha — Czech pornographic actress (born 1976)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dasha
What does the name Dasha mean?
Dasha means "Defender of the people", and is of Russian origin.
What is the origin of the name Dasha?
Dasha originates from Russian, commonly used in Europe.
Is Dasha a boy or girl name?
Dasha is typically used as a girl name.
What religion is the name Dasha associated with?
Dasha is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Dasha?
Yes — notable people named Dasha include Dasha Astafieva (Ukrainian singer and model), Dasha (American country singer-songwriter) and Dasha (Czech pornographic actress, born 1976).
Last updated: June 2026