Ayana
Ayana is a girl's name of African origin.
Meaning
Beautiful flower, blossom, or to bloom.
Origin and history
Ayana is a feminine name with roots in East Africa, notably Amharic and Swahili, where it carries meanings related to beautiful flowers or blooming. It gained steady popularity in the United States in the late 20th century and remains a moderately used choice today. Parents are often drawn to its gentle, melodic three-syllable sound.
Popularity in the United States
12,091 babies in the United States have been named Ayana since 1880. It ranks #1467 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1043.
States where it is most popular
- NY (14.5 %)
- CA (12.8 %)
- TX (8.3 %)
- FL (8.2 %)
- GA (5.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,016 |
| 1980-1990 | 907 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,511 |
| 2000-2010 | 3,678 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,671 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,308 |
Famous people named Ayana
- Ayana Elizabeth Johnson: Marine biologist, Author
- Ayana Mathis: Author, Professor
Fun facts
- In Amharic, Ayana is associated with a beautiful flower, while in Somali and Swahili contexts, it also carries connotations of luck or destiny.
- With over 12,000 published births in the U.S. since 1880, Ayana established a consistent presence starting in the 1970s.