Savannah
Savannah is a girl's name of Spanish origin.
Meaning
Treeless plain or tropical grassland.
Origin and history
Savannah is derived from the Spanish word 'sabana', which traces back to the Taino word for 'treeless plain'. It gained widespread popularity in the United States during the late 20th century, partly inspired by the historic Georgia city. It remains a popular choice for girls, consistently ranking in the top 100 in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
191,514 babies in the United States have been named Savannah since 1880. It ranks #206 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #82.
States where it is most popular
- CA (10.8 %)
- TX (8.8 %)
- FL (6.2 %)
- NC (4.6 %)
- GA (4.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 285 |
| 1890-1900 | 379 |
| 1900-1910 | 445 |
| 1910-1920 | 637 |
| 1920-1930 | 681 |
| 1930-1940 | 429 |
| 1940-1950 | 392 |
| 1950-1960 | 326 |
| 1960-1970 | 170 |
| 1970-1980 | 232 |
| 1980-1990 | 8,714 |
| 1990-2000 | 44,716 |
| 2000-2010 | 64,757 |
| 2010-2019 | 51,869 |
| 2020-2029 | 17,482 |
Famous people named Savannah
- Savannah Guthrie: Journalist, TV Host
Nicknames
Sav, Savvy, Vanna
Fun facts
- The popularity of the name was bolstered by the historic coastal city of Savannah, Georgia.
- The word entered English via Spanish explorers who adapted the Taino word for open grassland.