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Ayaana
Pronounced ah-YAH-nuh /ɑːˈjɑː.nə/Medium
Meaning: Glossed in East African usage (Swahili/Somali) as 'beautiful flower' or 'good fortune'; in Sanskrit ayana means 'path, journey, the right time'. Which route a family means varies, and we note that honestly.Low
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Ayaana travels more than one road. In Swahili and Somali usage it is read 'beautiful flower' or 'good fortune'; in Sanskrit, ayana is a path or journey, and the word for the sun's turning. Both routes are honestly in play, and we note that (said 'ah-YAH-nuh').
It appears only rarely in U.S. records. Rare, warm, and double-rooted.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Ayaana mean?
In East African usage it is glossed 'beautiful flower' or 'good fortune'; in Sanskrit, ayana means 'path, journey'. Routes vary, which we note.
How do you pronounce Ayaana?
It's said ah-YAH-nuh — three syllables, stress on the second.
Is Ayaana a boy or girl name?
Ayaana is used as a girl's name.
How popular is Ayaana?
Ayaana is rare in the U.S., though Ayana is better known.