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Amana

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Updated 7 months ago

Meaning

"Trust and Safety"

Amana is a virtue name associated with trustworthiness and security, used across Arabic-influenced and Swahili-speaking communities.

Themes:virtuearabicswahilifeminine
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This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Amana

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#5951Ranked nationally
SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

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Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Amana Nicknames

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Baby Name Lists That Include Amana

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Amana mean?
Amana means "Trust and Safety". Amana is a virtue name associated with trustworthiness and security, used across Arabic-influenced and Swahili-speaking
What is the origin of Amana?
Amana is of Arabic origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.
How popular is the name Amana?
According to the latest SSA data, Amana is currently ranked #5951 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.
Is Amana a girl name?
Amana is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.
What are good nicknames for Amana?
Popular nicknames for Amana include aman, amay, mana, anay, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.
What names are similar to Amana?
There are many names similar to Amana in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginArabic, Swahili
Syllables3
Length5 letters
US Rank#5951
Trend↑ Rising
Starts withA

Sibling Ideas

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