It derives from the root word "dana" that means to bring near. In that sense, "dunya" is "what is brought near". It refers to the temporal world—and its earthly concerns and possessions—as opposed to the hereafter (ʾākhirah). In the Qur'an, dunyā and ākhira are sometimes used dichotomously, other times complementarily.
The word Dunya is being used today by all Arabic speaking nations as well as other languages that borrowed it from Arabic. It is colloquially and in print used to describe a particular world, such as Dunia Islam, or refer to the world (Earth) in general. For example; ... دنیا (Dunya) in Urdu, Sindhi, Punjabi and Persian.
Indian Meaning: The name Dharani is an Indian baby name. In Indian the meaning of the name Dharani is: Earth.
Italian Meaning: The name Donya is an Italian baby name. In Italian the meaning of the name Donya is: Lady. From the respectful title Donna.
