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Savannaha

suh-VAN-uh · Of uncertain origin; likely a variant spelling of Savannah, which is a place name derived from the Spanish 'sabana' meaning 'treeless plain' or 'grassland'.

Peak popularity
1998
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Savannaha since 1990

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

49131990200020102020Most births 1998Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1990s67
2000s62
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Savannaha is a modern respelling of Savannah, a place name that entered use as a given name in the 1980s. The variant with an extra 'h' first appeared in U.S. records in 1990, reflecting a trend toward distinctive spelling. Its peak came in 1998, though it has remained stable in low frequency ever since. Like other toponymic names, Savannaha evokes natural landscapes and southern American charm, appealing to parents seeking a familiar yet unique sound. The name carries no strong cultural or religious ties, making it a versatile choice across backgrounds.

Savannaha is a modern respelling of the toponym Savannah, which originally referred to a city in Georgia, USA, and ultimately derives from the Spanish word 'sabana' (treeless plain), borrowed from the Taino language. The name gained popularity after the film 'Savannah Smiles' (1982) and has been in use since the 1990s, with the 'h' variant adding a soft aesthetic touch.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Sav, Ana, Hanna

Variants: Savannah, Savanna, Savana

Sibling names for Savannaha

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

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Savannaha mean?
Savannaha is a variant of Savannah, meaning 'treeless plain', from the Spanish word 'sabana'.
How popular is the name Savannaha?
Savannaha first appeared in U.S. records in 1990 and peaked in popularity in 1998, though it has never ranked in the top 1000 names.
Is Savannaha a boy or girl name?
Savannaha is almost exclusively used as a girl's name.