Rising since 2022.
Popularity of Kania since 1981
Babies named Kania per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 38 |
| 1990s | 119 |
| 2000s | 351 |
| 2010s | 87 |
| 2020s | 18 |
Meaning & origin
Kania is a modern name of uncertain origin that first appeared in U.S. Social Security data in 1981. It reached its peak popularity in 2000 and has been rising in use since 2022. The name has not been recorded in any top states, suggesting it remains a rare choice. Despite its obscurity, Kania has a melodic sound that fits with contemporary trends.
Kania is a name of uncertain origin. It may be a modern coinage or a variant of Kaya, which has multiple origins including Japanese and Native American. In Hawaiian, Kania could be interpreted as 'beauty' or 'grace,' but this is speculative. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1981 and saw its peak popularity in 2000.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kani, Nia
Sibling names for Kania
Names that share Kania's style, for a brother or sister.
