Twana
Twana is a girl's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Modern invented name; possibly a phonetic variation of Tawana or Juana.
Origin and history
Twana is a modern American name that arose in the mid-20th century, likely influenced by names like Tawana or Juana. It experienced its highest usage in the United States during the 1960s and 1970s. Today, it is an exceptionally rare choice for newborns.
Popularity in the United States
2,229 babies in the United States have been named Twana since 1880. It ranks #3725 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2096.
States where it is most popular
- TX (18.6 %)
- NY (17.3 %)
- IL (9.1 %)
- NC (7.2 %)
- OH (6.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 6 |
| 1940-1950 | 48 |
| 1950-1960 | 276 |
| 1960-1970 | 681 |
| 1970-1980 | 925 |
| 1980-1990 | 236 |
| 1990-2000 | 52 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 5 |
Fun facts
- Twana saw its highest adoption in the United States between the 1950s and 1970s before gradually declining.