Savana
Savana is a girl's name of Spanish origin.
Meaning
Treeless plain or grassland.
Origin and history
Savana is a variant spelling of Savannah, originating from the Taino word for a treeless grassy plain. It gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century alongside nature-inspired and place names. Although less common than the traditional spelling, it remains a recognized choice for girls.
Popularity in the United States
5,436 babies in the United States have been named Savana since 1880. It ranks #2336 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1901.
States where it is most popular
- CA (17.3 %)
- TX (12.2 %)
- FL (8 %)
- OH (4.5 %)
- NY (4.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 10 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 257 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,474 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,619 |
| 2010-2019 | 876 |
| 2020-2029 | 200 |
Nicknames
Savvy, Vanna
Fun facts
- The term originally comes from the indigenous Taino language of the Caribbean to describe open grasslands.
- It acts as a simplified phonetic spelling variant of Savannah, which is also associated with the historic coastal city in Georgia.