Declining since 2009, #5,238 for girls today.
Popularity of Jayana since 1988
Babies named Jayana per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 105 |
| 2000s | 458 |
| 2010s | 492 |
| 2020s | 177 |
Meaning & origin
Jayana is a rare modern name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1988. It reached its peak popularity in 2008, but has since declined in use. In 2025, it ranked 5,238 with approximately 1 in 66,969 newborn girls given the name. The name saw a notable increase during the 2000s, but usage has been falling since 2009. Geographically, Jayana is most common in Texas, reflecting broader naming trends in the southern U.S. As a modern coinage, it lacks deep historical roots but carries a melodic, feminine sound that appeals to parents seeking a distinctive name for their daughters.
Jayana likely originated in the late 20th century in the United States as a modern, invented name. It may blend the popular prefix 'Jay-' (from names like Jaylen and Jayla) with the common suffix '-ana' or '--ana' (as in Briana, Juliana). Alternatively, it could be a variant of Jayna (itself a modern coinage) or a feminization of Jay. Its usage has been rare and primarily American.
Where Jayana is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Jayana” around the world
Where Jayana 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: Jay, Jaya
Sibling names for Jayana
Names that share Jayana's style, for a brother or sister.
