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Aldana

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Pronounced ahl-DAH-nah /ɑːlˈdɑː.nə/Medium

Meaning: A Spanish and Argentine surname carried into given-name use, especially popular for girls in Argentina. Its deeper root is debated (possibly a place name); routes uncertain, which we note.Low

In 30 seconds: A Spanish surname-name: Aldana is popular for girls in Argentina (said 'ahl-DAH-nah'). Routes uncertain, which we note.
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Origin LowSpanish
MeaningA Spanish and Argentine surname carried into given-name use, especially popular for girls in Argentina. Its deeper root is debated (possibly a place name); routes uncertain, which we note.
U.S. rank (2023)#12230 ↘ Falling
2023 U.S. births7 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2022
Total births (all-time)≈ 57

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202220082023

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Aldana is a Spanish/Argentine surname-name, popular for girls in Argentina. Its older root is uncertain, which we note — rare in the U.S. (said 'ahl-DAH-nah').

In the U.S. it appears only rarely, more familiar in Argentina. Rare, surname-style, and flowing.

Did you know? Aldana is a Spanish and Argentine surname turned first name, especially loved for girls in Argentina; its deeper root is debated, which we note (said 'ahl-DAH-nah').
Overall data confidence 36%
References — Aldana — Spanish/Argentine surname-name; deeper root uncertain

Variations

AldonaAldannaAldanah

Nicknames

AldaDana

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Aldana mean?

Aldana is a Spanish and Argentine surname-name, popular for girls in Argentina; deeper routes uncertain, which we note.

How do you pronounce Aldana?

It's said ahl-DAH-nah /ɑːlˈdɑː.nə/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Aldana a boy or girl name?

Aldana is used here as a girl's name.

How popular is Aldana?

Aldana is a rare name in the U.S., more familiar in Argentina.

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