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Avana

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Pronounced ə-VAH-nə /əˈvɑ.nə/High

Meaning: Modern American elaboration of Ava — linked to Latin avis, 'bird', or Germanic roots — with the -ana ending; also echoes Havana and 'avana'Medium

In 30 seconds: Ava, stretched into song: Avana extends the mega-classic with a flowing -ana, echoing Aviana and faintly Havana. Modern, melodic, and Ava-equipped underneath.
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Origin MediumAmerican
MeaningModern American elaboration of Ava — linked to Latin avis, 'bird', or Germanic roots — with the -ana ending; also echoes Havana and 'avana'
U.S. rank (2025)#3107 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births52 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2022
Total births (all-time)≈ 532

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202219902025

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

Avana is a modern American elaboration of Ava — debated between Latin avis, 'bird', and Germanic Aveline — with the -ana ending of Aviana and Liana; it also brushes the city Havana. The sound, riding Ava's dominance, carries it.

It registers thinly in recent records. Rare, vowel-rich, and Ava-rooted.

Did you know? Ava's own root is debated between Latin avis, 'bird', and Germanic Aveline — meaning Avana inherits a name whose meaning has charmed parents precisely because it's open to interpretation.
Overall data confidence 68%
Behind the Name — Ava — root etymology

Variations

AvianaAvaniAvanna

Nicknames

AvaAna

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If you like Avana…

Aviana— the most familiar Ava-elaboration
Avani— the Sanskrit 'earth' near-twin
Ava— the classic at its core
Liana— a fellow flowing -ana name

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Avana mean?

Avana is a modern elaboration of Ava — linked to 'bird' or Germanic roots — with the -ana ending.

How do you pronounce Avana?

It's said ə-VAH-nə /əˈvɑ.nə/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Avana a boy or girl name?

Avana is a girl's name.

How popular is Avana?

Avana is a rare, modern name in the U.S.

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