Bana Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationBAH-nah / /ˈbɑː.nə/Arabic; Hebrew; Slavic
Meaning
Father; built; a form of the name 'Bana' in Slavic languages
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic, Bana means 'to build' or 'to construct', often associated with strength and creation. In Hebrew, it is derived from 'Bana', meaning 'to build', symbolizing a foundation or new beginnings. In Slavic cultures, Bana can be a diminutive or variant of names like 'Bana' or 'Banja', often used affectionately.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Banae
- Bani
- Banya
International Variants
- Bana (Arabic)
- Bana (Hebrew)
- Banja (Slavic)
Famous people named Bana
Bana Alabed — activist.
Fictional characters named Bana
Bana — The Last Guardian.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Bana was first seen in the United States in 1990. Bana has ranked as high as #1345 nationally, which occurred in 2013, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Bana has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Bana
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2013 | 17 |
| 2014 | 17 |
| 2015 | 12 |
| 2016 | 14 |
| 2017 | 10 |
| 2018 | 10 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2021 | 14 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 7 |