Una Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationOO-nah / /ˈuː.nə/Irish; Latin
Meaning
Irish: 'one'; Latin: 'lamb'
Historical & Cultural Background
Una is a name of Irish origin, often associated with the meaning 'one' or 'unity'. In Irish mythology, Una is sometimes linked to the goddess of beauty and love. The name has also been used in various literary works, enhancing its cultural significance. In Latin, Una translates to 'lamb', adding a pastoral connotation to the name.
Trend Summary
Una has seen a modest resurgence in popularity in recent years, particularly among parents seeking unique names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Oona
- Oonagh
International Variants
- Oona (Finnish)
- Una (Spanish)
- Oonagh (Irish)
Famous people named Una
Una Stubbs was an English actress known for her roles in television and film, including 'Sherlock Holmes' and 'Worzel Gummidge'.
Una Healy is an Irish singer and television presenter, recognized as a member of the girl group The Saturdays.
Una McCormack is a British author known for her works in science fiction and fantasy, particularly in the 'Star Trek' universe.
Una Poon is a notable figure in the field of environmental science, contributing to research on sustainable practices.
Fictional characters named Una
Una is a character in the animated series 'The Owl House', known for her adventurous spirit.
Una is a character in the novel 'The Faerie Queene' by Edmund Spenser, representing beauty and virtue.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Una was first seen in the United States in 1880. Una has ranked as high as #673 nationally, which occurred in 1921, and has been most popular in Louisiana, New York, California, Alabama, and Tennessee. In the past 5 years the name Una has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Una (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 10 | |
NY | 10 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 10 |
1881 | 14 |
1882 | 18 |
1883 | 19 |
1884 | 23 |
1885 | 28 |
1886 | 26 |
1887 | 31 |
1888 | 33 |
1889 | 47 |
1890 | 59 |
1891 | 39 |
1892 | 40 |
1893 | 43 |
1894 | 55 |
1895 | 46 |
1896 | 51 |
1897 | 44 |
1898 | 50 |
1899 | 53 |
1900 | 70 |
1901 | 50 |
1902 | 49 |
1903 | 48 |
1904 | 50 |
1905 | 47 |
1906 | 63 |
1907 | 72 |
1908 | 56 |
1909 | 57 |
1910 | 71 |
1911 | 73 |
1912 | 109 |
1913 | 105 |
1914 | 139 |
1915 | 164 |
1916 | 173 |
1917 | 161 |
1918 | 204 |
1919 | 186 |
1920 | 191 |
1921 | 217 |
1922 | 183 |
1923 | 152 |
1924 | 171 |
1925 | 173 |
1926 | 145 |
1927 | 123 |
1928 | 123 |
1929 | 119 |
1930 | 126 |
1931 | 108 |
1932 | 115 |
1933 | 124 |
1934 | 108 |
1935 | 95 |
1936 | 97 |
1937 | 85 |
1938 | 110 |
1939 | 91 |
1940 | 93 |
1941 | 62 |
1942 | 61 |
1943 | 60 |
1944 | 61 |
1945 | 52 |
1946 | 49 |
1947 | 42 |
1948 | 38 |
1949 | 38 |
1950 | 43 |
1951 | 34 |
1952 | 49 |
1953 | 30 |
1954 | 34 |
1955 | 36 |
1956 | 33 |
1957 | 39 |
1958 | 35 |
1959 | 35 |
1960 | 41 |
1961 | 40 |
1962 | 45 |
1963 | 37 |
1964 | 41 |
1965 | 34 |
1966 | 28 |
1967 | 35 |
1968 | 26 |
1969 | 29 |
1970 | 28 |
1971 | 22 |
1972 | 31 |
1973 | 22 |
1974 | 20 |
1975 | 12 |
1976 | 15 |
1977 | 15 |
1978 | 14 |
1979 | 14 |
1980 | 13 |
1981 | 11 |
1982 | 12 |
1983 | 11 |
1984 | 15 |
1985 | 7 |
1986 | 9 |
1987 | 14 |
1988 | 8 |
1989 | 8 |
1990 | 13 |
1991 | 12 |
1992 | 14 |
1993 | 9 |
1994 | 10 |
1995 | 14 |
1996 | 14 |
1997 | 7 |
1998 | 17 |
1999 | 19 |
2000 | 27 |
2001 | 30 |
2002 | 21 |
2003 | 26 |
2004 | 21 |
2005 | 40 |
2006 | 26 |
2007 | 39 |
2008 | 38 |
2009 | 32 |
2010 | 26 |
2011 | 34 |
2012 | 33 |
2013 | 40 |
2014 | 45 |
2015 | 45 |
2016 | 60 |
2017 | 46 |
2018 | 53 |
2019 | 59 |
2020 | 62 |
2021 | 48 |
2022 | 63 |
2023 | 48 |
2024 | 55 |