Dawana Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationdah-WAH-nah / /dəˈwɑːnə/African; American
Meaning
African: 'to be strong'; American: 'gift'
Historical & Cultural Background
Dawana is a name that has roots in African cultures, often associated with strength and resilience. In the United States, it emerged as a modern name, reflecting a trend towards unique and creative spellings of traditional names. The name is relatively uncommon, contributing to its distinctive appeal.
Trend Summary
Dawana has seen limited popularity in the United States.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dawana was first seen in the United States in 1951. Dawana has ranked as high as #1064 nationally, which occurred in 1976, and has been most popular in California, New York, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Dawana has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Dawana (1976)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1952 | 7 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1956 | 10 |
| 1957 | 12 |
| 1958 | 11 |
| 1959 | 11 |
| 1961 | 17 |
| 1962 | 13 |
| 1963 | 13 |
| 1964 | 17 |
| 1965 | 18 |
| 1966 | 8 |
| 1967 | 19 |
| 1968 | 19 |
| 1969 | 13 |
| 1970 | 21 |
| 1971 | 13 |
| 1972 | 23 |
| 1973 | 17 |
| 1974 | 24 |
| 1975 | 17 |
| 1976 | 26 |
| 1977 | 16 |
| 1978 | 20 |
| 1979 | 14 |
| 1980 | 15 |
| 1981 | 20 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1983 | 12 |
| 1984 | 12 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1986 | 13 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1990 | 9 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1994 | 5 |