Holding steady, #4,546 for girls today.
Popularity of Fanta since 1977
Babies named Fanta per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 131 |
| 1980s | 109 |
| 1990s | 144 |
| 2000s | 323 |
| 2010s | 299 |
| 2020s | 162 |
Meaning & origin
Fanta is an exceptionally rare name in the United States, first appearing in Social Security records in 1977, which was also its peak year of usage. As of 2025, it ranks 4,546th, with an incidence of about 1 in 53,576 births. The name's trajectory has been stable, with a slight concentration in Pennsylvania and New York. While its origins are unclear, the name may have been inspired by the soft drink brand or derived from existing names like Fanti or Fanta from West African cultures. Its rarity and modern feel make it a distinctive choice, though its meaning remains elusive.
Fanta first appeared in U.S. records in 1977, likely as a modern invention. It may derive from the Italian surname Fanti or from Fanta, a name used in various African cultures, but the timing coincides with the popularity of the Fanta soft drink brand, introduced by Coca-Cola in the 1940s. The name remains rare and is primarily used as a feminine given name in the United States.
Where Fanta is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Fanta” around the world
Where Fanta lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
195
babies in 2024
Quebec
7
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · Retraite Québec (Quebec).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Fan, Fanny
Sibling names for Fanta
Names that share Fanta's style, for a brother or sister.
