Nyana Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationNYAH-nah / /ˈnɑː.nə/Sanskrit; African
Meaning
Sanskrit: 'gift'; African: 'to be born'
Historical & Cultural Background
Nyana is a name that has roots in both Sanskrit and various African cultures. In Sanskrit, it is often associated with the concept of a gift or blessing. In some African contexts, it is linked to the idea of birth and new beginnings. The name reflects a sense of positivity and hope. It is relatively modern and has gained popularity in diverse communities.
Trend Summary
The name Nyana has seen a gradual increase in usage in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Nayana
International Variants
- Nayana (Indian)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nyana was first seen in the United States in 1962. Nyana has ranked as high as #1359 nationally, which occurred in 2007, and has been most popular in California, Florida, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Nyana has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nyana (2012)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1962 | 10 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1998 | 12 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 12 |
| 2001 | 17 |
| 2002 | 17 |
| 2003 | 25 |
| 2004 | 19 |
| 2005 | 28 |
| 2006 | 27 |
| 2007 | 29 |
| 2008 | 21 |
| 2009 | 25 |
| 2010 | 22 |
| 2011 | 18 |
| 2012 | 29 |
| 2013 | 20 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2015 | 10 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 12 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2020 | 9 |
| 2021 | 12 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 10 |
| 2024 | 14 |