Kawanda Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkah-WAN-dah / /kəˈwɑːndə/African; Swahili
Meaning
Swahili: 'to be strong'; African: 'brave'
Historical & Cultural Background
Kawanda is a name that has roots in African cultures, particularly within Swahili-speaking communities. It reflects qualities such as strength and bravery, which are often valued in various African traditions. The name may also be associated with the empowerment of women in contemporary contexts. Names like Kawanda can be seen as part of a broader trend of embracing cultural heritage in naming practices.
Trend Summary
Kawanda is not widely popular in the U.S., but it reflects a growing interest in unique and culturally significant names.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kawanda was first seen in the United States in 1967. Kawanda has ranked as high as #1063 nationally, which occurred in 1977, and has been most popular in Mississippi, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Kawanda has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kawanda (1983)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1970 | 9 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1972 | 16 |
| 1973 | 21 |
| 1974 | 14 |
| 1975 | 23 |
| 1976 | 30 |
| 1977 | 37 |
| 1978 | 33 |
| 1979 | 28 |
| 1980 | 22 |
| 1981 | 24 |
| 1982 | 25 |
| 1983 | 24 |
| 1984 | 13 |
| 1985 | 11 |
| 1986 | 11 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 13 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 6 |