Rising since 2001, #4,352 for girls today.
Popularity of Suhana since 2001
Babies named Suhana per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 126 |
| 2010s | 382 |
| 2020s | 227 |
Meaning & origin
Suhana first appeared in U.S. Social Security records in 2001, and its trajectory has been consistently rising ever since. The name reached its peak rank of 4352 in 2017, with its latest recorded rank in 2025 holding steady at 4352, reflecting enduring appeal. Its one-in-50,227 rate indicates a rare but recognizable choice. Top states for the name include Pennsylvania and California, suggesting broader cultural adoption beyond its South Asian origins. Derived from the Sanskrit word for 'pleasant' or 'beautiful,' Suhana carries a positive and melodic quality that has contributed to its steady growth in use.
Suhana is derived from the Sanskrit word 'suhāna', meaning 'pleasant' or 'beautiful'. It has long been used as a feminine given name in India, particularly among Hindu families, and has gained broader international recognition in the 21st century.
Where Suhana is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Suhana” around the world
Where Suhana lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Suhu, Hana, Sue
Variants: Suhani, Suhanaa
Sibling names for Suhana
Names that share Suhana's style, for a brother or sister.
