Ayanna Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ayanna is an African name meaning 'beautiful flower'. It has evolved from its cultural roots and is recognized for its elegance and strength. The name has no biblical relevance and gained popularity in the late 20th century. Variants like Aiyana and Ayana also exist, contributing to its modern appeal.
The name Ayanna is most popular in District of Columbia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Ayanna has been falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Ayanna' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1156th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1111th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 512th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1101st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Ayanna' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ayanna"
Pronunciation
/aɪˈɑːnə/
Origin
African
Etymology
The name Ayanna is of African origin, derived from various cultures, primarily associated with the meaning 'beautiful flower' or 'to be beautiful'.
Meaning
beautiful flower
Language Evolution
Ayanna
Historical Usage
Ayanna gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly within African American communities, as part of a broader trend of embracing unique and culturally significant names.
Variants & Derivatives
Aiyana, Ayana
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Ayanna is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with beauty and strength.
Famous People
Ayanna Pressley, an American politician and member of the U.S. House of Representatives, Ayanna Witter-Johnson, a British singer-songwriter
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ayanna"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Ayanna"
"Ayanna" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1156th of 19264 | 1,656 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1111th of 27321 | 2,435 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 512th of 35406 | 9,289 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1101st of 30306 | 2,783 |
Regional Popularity of "Ayanna" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Ayanna" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
30.78% 904th/2937 |
22.31% 777th/3483 |
31.89% 1122nd/3518 |
32.47% 1313th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
29.09% 1072nd/3685 |
15.66% 701st/4475 |
19.58% 1017th/5194 |
30.05% 1898th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
12.64% 579th/4582 |
8.06% 416th/5164 |
5.52% 404th/7313 |
10.68% 797th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
30.12% 1200th/3984 |
23.00% 1032nd/4487 |
14.45% 986th/6822 |
20.75% 1302nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Ayanna"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ayanna" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.