Holding steady.
Popularity of Quana since 1962
Babies named Quana per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 15 |
| 1970s | 120 |
| 1980s | 109 |
| 1990s | 16 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Quana is a rare name in the United States, first recorded in 1962. Its peak year was 1978, and since then it has remained stable in very low usage, never appearing in the national rankings (rank null). The name is of uncertain origin, possibly a modern invention or a creative respelling. It has no established etymology or cultural tradition, placing it among the many twentieth-century coinages. Its scarcity means it has not been widely adopted in any particular state, and no top states are associated with it. Parents considering Quana are likely drawn to its simple, melodic sound, reminiscent of names like Lana and Nia, and its unique quality may appeal to those seeking an uncommon choice.
Quana first appeared in U.S. birth records in the 1960s and peaked in the 1970s. It may have been coined as a stylish variant of names like Quan or Quana, or as a feminine form of Quan. No clear historical or linguistic derivation has been established.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Quan, Ana
Sibling names for Quana
Names that share Quana's style, for a brother or sister.
