Sana
Sana is a girl's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Brilliance, radiance, or splendor.
Origin and history
Sana is a name of Arabic origin that translates to 'brilliance', 'radiance', or 'splendor'. It is also found in Japanese as a modern feminine name. In the United States, it has seen steady, moderate usage in recent decades.
Popularity in the United States
4,873 babies in the United States have been named Sana since 1880. It ranks #2506 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1294.
States where it is most popular
- CA (29.2 %)
- NY (18.5 %)
- TX (13.6 %)
- IL (11.8 %)
- NJ (8.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 10 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 5 |
| 1950-1960 | 39 |
| 1960-1970 | 43 |
| 1970-1980 | 142 |
| 1980-1990 | 478 |
| 1990-2000 | 888 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,186 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,222 |
| 2020-2029 | 860 |
Famous people named Sana
- Sana Minatozaki: Singer, Performer
- Sana Saeed: Actress, Model
- Sana Amanat: Comic Book Editor, Producer
Fun facts
- Beyond its primary Arabic origin meaning radiance, Sana exists as an independent name in Japanese written with various kanji combinations.
- The name has gained increased popularity in the United States since the late 20th century.