US Popularity:2025
Origin:Swahili
Other Origin(s):Indian
Meaning:Beautiful flower, wildflower; Innocent
The baby name Ayana is of Swahili origin and means “beautiful flower” and "wildflower." As an Indian appellation, Ayana means "innocent." This female name has become a multi-cultural baby name and is common across several African countries, Japan, and America. This is proven in the way Ayana continues to turn heads in sport, the entertainment industry, and many other successful career paths. You might even recognize model Ayanna Jordan or Ethiopian long-distance runner Almaz Ayana. These public figures have proudly showcased their beautiful name for the entire world to see and baby will, too.

Ayana Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Ayana is currently #929 on The Bump
Girl:Ayana is currently #423 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Ayana is currently #2025 in U.S. births
Girl:Ayana is currently #779 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
#2025
in 2022
+ 66
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data
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