Xana Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationZAH-nah / /ˈzænə/Greek; Spanish; Slavic
Meaning
Defender of mankind (Greek); a form of the name Alexandra (Spanish); a diminutive of names like Xenia (Slavic)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Greek, Xana is derived from 'Alexandra,' which means 'defender of mankind' and has been a popular name in various cultures. In Spanish-speaking countries, it is often seen as a modern variant of Alexandra. In Slavic cultures, Xana can be a diminutive of Xenia, which means 'hospitality' and has roots in ancient traditions of welcoming guests.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Zana
- Xana
- Zanna
International Variants
- Xena (Greek)
- Zana (Slavic)
- Xana (Spanish)
Famous people named Xana
Xana (singer) — musician.
Xana (artist) — visual artist.
Fictional characters named Xana
Xana — 'The Secret of NIMH'.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Xana was first seen in the United States in 1993. Xana has ranked as high as #1348 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Xana has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Xana
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 9 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2021 | 10 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2023 | 11 |
| 2024 | 12 |