Sanaa Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Sanaa is an Arabic name meaning brilliance or radiance. It has evolved from its Arabic roots and is associated with beauty and elegance. The name does not have biblical relevance, but it has been popular in Arabic-speaking regions for centuries. Its modern image is one of sophistication, and it is favored by contemporary parents. Notable people with this name include actress Sanaa Lathan and director Sanaa Hamri.
The name Sanaa is most popular in Maryland, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) 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, Sanaa has been falling for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, falling 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, 'Sanaa' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 19264th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8631st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 953rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1459th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Sanaa' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Sanaa"
Pronunciation
/səˈnɑː/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Sanaa is derived from the Arabic word 'sanaa', which means 'brilliance' or 'radiance'. It is often associated with beauty and elegance.
Meaning
Brilliance, radiance
Language Evolution
Sanaa (Arabic), Sana (alternative spelling)
Historical Usage
The name Sanaa has been used in Arabic-speaking countries for centuries and has gained popularity in various cultures due to its beautiful meaning and sound.
Variants & Derivatives
Sana, Sannah, Sanae
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Sanaa is perceived as a modern and elegant name, popular among parents seeking unique and meaningful names for their daughters.
Famous People
Sanaa Lathan (American actress), Sanaa Hamri (Moroccan-American director)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Sanaa"
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 "Sanaa"
"Sanaa" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 8631st of 27321 | 123 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 953rd of 35406 | 4,090 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1459th of 30306 | 1,837 |
Regional Popularity of "Sanaa" 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 "Sanaa" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
25.12% 1151st/4582 |
10.79% 557th/5164 |
10.56% 772nd/7313 |
26.34% 1966th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
37.75% 1504th/3984 |
22.31% 1001st/4487 |
18.60% 1269th/6822 |
39.53% 2481st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Sanaa"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Sanaa" 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.