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Meaning & History
The first element of this name is uncertain, as there are several possible etymologies for it. It could be derived from the Greek noun δάϊς (dais) meaning "war, battle", but it could also be derived from the Greek noun δαΐς (dais) meaning "torch" as well as "pinewood". Another option is the Greek noun δαίς (dais) meaning "meal, food" as well as "banquet, feast". The second element of this name is derived from the Greek noun ἀνήρ (aner) meaning "man".