Muna Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationMOO-nah / ˈmuː.nəArabic; African
Meaning
Arabic: 'wish' or 'desire'; African: 'peace'
Historical & Cultural Background
Muna is a name of Arabic origin commonly used in various cultures. In Arabic-speaking countries, it is often associated with positive aspirations and desires. The name is also found in several African cultures, where it can signify peace and tranquility. Its usage has spread beyond its original regions, making it a multicultural name.
Trend Summary
Muna has seen a steady presence in baby name popularity in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Mouna
- Muna
International Variants
- Mouna (French)
- Muna (Swahili)
Famous people named Muna
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Muna was first seen in the United States in 1968. Muna has ranked as high as #1321 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in Minnesota, Ohio, California, New York, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Muna has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Muna (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MN | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1976 | 9 |
| 1977 | 14 |
| 1978 | 16 |
| 1979 | 10 |
| 1980 | 8 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 11 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1988 | 15 |
| 1989 | 13 |
| 1990 | 12 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 15 |
| 1993 | 17 |
| 1994 | 24 |
| 1995 | 18 |
| 1996 | 20 |
| 1997 | 25 |
| 1998 | 26 |
| 1999 | 37 |
| 2000 | 27 |
| 2001 | 32 |
| 2002 | 41 |
| 2003 | 37 |
| 2004 | 34 |
| 2005 | 27 |
| 2006 | 27 |
| 2007 | 37 |
| 2008 | 47 |
| 2009 | 31 |
| 2010 | 37 |
| 2011 | 23 |
| 2012 | 27 |
| 2013 | 40 |
| 2014 | 37 |
| 2015 | 36 |
| 2016 | 36 |
| 2017 | 45 |
| 2018 | 42 |
| 2019 | 51 |
| 2020 | 31 |
| 2021 | 34 |
| 2022 | 31 |
| 2023 | 33 |
| 2024 | 35 |