Iyana Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Iyana is an American name that means 'beautiful flower' or 'path', derived from the African name Ayana. It has evolved from Ayana and gained popularity in the late 20th century. The name is viewed positively, associated with beauty and strength, and lacks a biblical background.
The name Iyana is most popular in Virginia, 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 gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Iyana has been too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled 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, 'Iyana' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9489th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3972nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1058th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2009th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Iyana' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Iyana"
Pronunciation
/aɪˈjɑːnə/
Origin
American
Etymology
The name Iyana is derived from the name Ayana, which is of African origin, meaning 'beautiful flower' or 'path'. The name has been popularized in modern times through various cultural influences.
Meaning
beautiful flower, path
Language Evolution
Ayana, Iyana
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as a modern name choice for girls.
Variants & Derivatives
Ayana, Iana, Yana
Modern Popularity & Image
Iyana is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with beauty and strength.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Iyana"
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 "Iyana"
"Iyana" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 9489th of 19264 | 52 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3972nd of 27321 | 384 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1058th of 35406 | 3,622 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2009th of 30306 | 1,167 |
Regional Popularity of "Iyana" 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 "Iyana" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
100.00% 3685th/3685 |
46.26% 2070th/4475 |
- |
90.66% 5727th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
22.54% 1033rd/4582 |
16.32% 843rd/5164 |
11.40% 834th/7313 |
24.83% 1853rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
44.70% 1781st/3984 |
48.74% 2187th/4487 |
25.73% 1755th/6822 |
45.22% 2838th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Iyana"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Iyana" 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.