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Havanna
Pronounced hə-VAN-ah /həˈvæn.ɑ/Medium
Meaning: A spelling of Havana — the Cuban capital, likely from a Taíno chief's name (Habana/Habaguanex), popularly linked to 'a harbor/haven'; routes layeredLow
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
Havanna is a spelling of Havana — the warm, vibrant capital of Cuba, whose name likely comes from a local Taíno chief, Habaguanex, and is popularly associated with 'a harbor or haven' (routes layered, which we note). A lyrical, modern place-name; the double-n styling personalizes it (the song 'Havana'; said 'hə-VAN-ah'; nickname Hava).
In the U.S. it appears across communities. Rare, a-harbor-or-the-city-of-Havana at the (likely) root, and lyrical.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Havanna mean?
Havanna spells Havana — the Cuban capital, likely from a Taíno name, linked to 'a harbor/haven'. The routes are layered.
How do you pronounce Havanna?
It's said hə-VAN-ah /həˈvæn.ɑ/ — three syllables, stress on the second.
Is Havanna a boy or girl name?
Havanna is a girl's name.
How popular is Havanna?
Havanna is a rare name in the U.S.