Holding steady, #6,325 for girls today.
Popularity of Bana since 1990
Babies named Bana per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 18 |
| 2000s | 34 |
| 2010s | 104 |
| 2020s | 61 |
Meaning & origin
Bana is a name that entered the U.S. naming pool relatively recently, with its first recorded appearance in 1990. As of 2025, it ranked 6,325 for girls, with about 1 in 89,293 births. Its peak year was 2025, though its trajectory has remained stable. The name has no strong historical or cultural roots as a given name, and its modern usage likely stems from the Arabic word for 'to build,' making it an appealing but rare choice for parents seeking a simple, melodic name with a positive connotation.
Bana is a modern given name, likely derived from the Arabic verb “bana” (to build). Its adoption in English-speaking countries is a recent phenomenon, with recorded use in the United States beginning in the 1990s. The name has no long historical tradition as a personal name in Arabic cultures.
“Bana” around the world
Where Bana lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Sibling names for Bana
Names that share Bana's style, for a brother or sister.
