Danish is a North Germanic Language spoken primarily in Denmark. Danish is also spoken by approx. 50,000 Germans of Danish ethnicity in the northern part of Germany. There are also Danish speakers in Iceland, Greenland, Argentina, Canada and the United States. Danish and Swedish are both derived from the East Norse dialect group. Danish has a unique sound system and a melodic tonal quality creating an elegant language. When selecting a Danish name for your baby keep in mind the similarities to Nordic names and meanings, which have influenced the Danish language. Popular Baby Names is a great resource to begin your baby name search.