Luana
Luana is a girl's name of Hawaiian origin.
Meaning
Happy, content, or at leisure.
Origin and history
Luana is a feminine name with roots in Hawaiian language, where it means 'happy', 'content', or 'at leisure'. It is also used in Italian and Portuguese contexts, partly influenced by Germanic roots like Luana or related names. In the United States, it remains a relatively rare but steady choice.
Popularity in the United States
4,893 babies in the United States have been named Luana since 1880. It ranks #2499 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1468.
States where it is most popular
- CA (41.1 %)
- FL (12.3 %)
- HI (7.1 %)
- NY (5.9 %)
- TX (5.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 109 |
| 1920-1930 | 215 |
| 1930-1940 | 309 |
| 1940-1950 | 785 |
| 1950-1960 | 624 |
| 1960-1970 | 604 |
| 1970-1980 | 304 |
| 1980-1990 | 209 |
| 1990-2000 | 172 |
| 2000-2010 | 355 |
| 2010-2019 | 569 |
| 2020-2029 | 638 |
Famous people named Luana
- Luana Patten: Actress
- Luana Anders: Actress
Nicknames
Lu, Lula, Lulu
Fun facts
- In the Hawaiian language, the word 'luana' means to be content, happy, relaxed, or enjoying oneself.
- The name gained visibility in the U.S. during the 1930s and 1940s partly due to Hollywood films set in the South Pacific.