Rising since 1995, #3,100 for girls today.
Popularity of Avana since 1990
Babies named Avana per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 33 |
| 2000s | 65 |
| 2010s | 172 |
| 2020s | 264 |
Meaning & origin
Avana is a modern name that first appeared on the U.S. baby name charts in 1990, a time when many parents were drawn to melodic, vowel-rich names ending in 'ana.' As of 2025, it ranks 3100, with around 1 in every 30909 newborns receiving the name. Its popularity has been on the rise since 1995, with its peak year in 2022. The name is most common in New York, Florida, and California. Avana remains a rare choice, but its gentle sound and fresh feel appeal to parents seeking something distinctive yet familiar.
Avana is a modern coinage that likely emerged in the late 20th century, possibly as a variant of Avana or a feminine elaboration of the rare name Aven. It may also be influenced by place names like Havana (Cuba) or the Sanskrit word avana meaning 'protecting' or 'nourishing', though no direct etymological link is established. Its use in the United States began in 1990 and has increased modestly, particularly in the 2020s.
Where Avana is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Avana” around the world
Where Avana lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
10
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ava, Vana, Ani
Sibling names for Avana
Names that share Avana's style, for a brother or sister.
