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Sahaana

sah-HAH-nah · One that is beautiful, delightful, or endowed with patience.

2025 rank (girls)
#14,942
Babies named in 2025
5
Peak popularity
2018
2025 frequency
1 in 321,453 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Declining since 2017

Declining since 2017, #14,942 for girls today.

Popularity of Sahaana since 2003

Babies named Sahaana per year in U.S. Social Security records.

491320102020Most births 2018Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
2000s35
2010s68
2020s29

Meaning & origin

Sahaana is a relatively recent arrival in American naming records, first appearing in 2003. Its popularity rose through the 2010s, peaking in 2018, before entering a gradual decline. As of 2025, it ranks 14,942, with an estimated 1 in every 321,453 newborn girls receiving the name. The name's Sanskrit roots connect it to qualities of patience and beauty, and it is especially prevalent among families of South Asian descent. Though it has not yet registered among top state lists, its steady use reflects the broader trend of Indian names entering mainstream American culture.

Sahaana is a feminine name of Sanskrit origin, derived from the word 'sahana' meaning 'patience' or 'forbearance.' It is also associated with beauty and delight in some interpretations. The name is common in South India, particularly among Tamil-speaking communities, and has gained popularity in other parts of the world through the Indian diaspora.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Saha, Hana, Ana

Variants: Sahana, Sahanna, Sahaanaa

Sibling names for Sahaana

Names that share Sahaana's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Anika, Priya, Riya, Neha, Kavya

Brothers: Arjun, Rohan, Vikram, Aryan, Kiran

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Sahaana mean?
Sahaana is generally understood to mean 'beautiful,' 'delightful,' or 'patient' in Sanskrit.
How popular is the name Sahaana?
Sahaana first appeared in U.S. records in 2003. As of 2025, it ranks 14,942, with about 1 in 321,453 newborn girls given the name. Its peak year was 2018.
Is Sahaana a girl or boy name?
Sahaana is almost exclusively used as a girl's name.