Chana Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Chana is a Hebrew name meaning 'grace' or 'favor'. It has evolved through various languages, including English and Latin, and is linked to the biblical figure Hannah. The name reflects traits of grace and spirituality and has a significant biblical relevance. It continues to be popular, particularly in Jewish culture.
The name Chana is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast 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, Chana has been stalled 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, 'Chana' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 7516th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1996th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1162nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 987th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 942nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 778th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Chana' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Chana"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɑːnə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Chana derives from the Hebrew word 'חַנָּה' which means 'grace' or 'favor'.
Meaning
grace, favor
Language Evolution
Hannah (English), Chana (Hebrew), Anna (Latin), Ana (Spanish/Portuguese)
Biblical Background
Chana is derived from the biblical figure Hannah, the mother of the prophet Samuel, who is notable for her prayer for a child and her faithfulness to God.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in Jewish communities and has been used since biblical times, becoming more widely recognized in various cultures through the centuries.
Variants & Derivatives
Hannah, Anna, Ana, Chanah
Modern Popularity & Image
Chana is considered a traditional and meaningful name, often associated with grace and spirituality. It remains popular in Jewish communities and is appreciated for its biblical significance.
Famous People
Chana Bloch (poet and translator), Chana Joffe-Walt (journalist)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Chana"
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 "Chana"
"Chana" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 7516th of 9204 | 13 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1996th of 12526 | 569 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1162nd of 19264 | 1,644 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 987th of 27321 | 2,816 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 942nd of 35406 | 4,177 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 778th of 30306 | 4,284 |
Regional Popularity of "Chana" 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 "Chana" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
95.76% 1490th/1556 |
- | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
70.81% 1577th/2227 |
37.04% 900th/2430 |
81.53% 2326th/2853 |
70.27% 1950th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
61.39% 1803rd/2937 |
15.45% 538th/3483 |
65.83% 2316th/3518 |
51.56% 2085th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
50.28% 1853rd/3685 |
8.00% 358th/4475 |
67.64% 3513th/5194 |
35.30% 2230th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
53.10% 2433rd/4582 |
4.69% 242nd/5164 |
34.99% 2559th/7313 |
34.99% 2611th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
49.47% 1971st/3984 |
3.48% 156th/4487 |
32.06% 2187th/6822 |
39.79% 2497th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Chana"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Chana" 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.