UK girl's name
Aana
A feminine name of American origin meaning "favored grace of God".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2021. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Aana is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Aana popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2021 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3519, with 6 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2016, with 7 births.
This profile covers 22 England and Wales registrations across 5 recorded years from 2012 to 2021. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 86% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 22 living people in the UK are called Aana. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2022 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Aana ranked #3519 for girls in England and Wales in 2021, with 6 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2016, when 7 girls were registered as Aana.
- • About 22 living people in the UK are estimated to have Aana as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3519
2021
Births in 2021
6
Latest year
Peak year
2016
7 births
Estimated living
22
2026
Meaning
What does Aana mean?
The name Aana has its origins in the Hawaiian language and culture. It is believed to have emerged during the early 19th century, derived from the Hawaiian word 'ana', which means 'present' or 'current'. The name Aana is thought to be a variation of the more common Hawaiian name Ana, with the addition of an extra 'a' at the end.
One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Aana can be found in the Hawaiian language newspaper 'Ka Nupepa Kuokoa', which was published in 1861. The name appeared in a story about a young woman named Aana, who was praised for her beauty and grace. This suggests that the name was already in use among the Hawaiian people during that time period.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who have borne the name Aana. One of the earliest examples is Aana Kalili (1835-1895), a Hawaiian chieftain who played a significant role in the resistance against the overthrow of the Hawaiian monarchy in the late 19th century. Another prominent figure was Aana Kanoa (1870-1942), a Hawaiian musician and composer known for her contributions to the preservation of traditional Hawaiian music and dance.
In the 20th century, Aana Leleua (1918-2002) was a notable Samoan writer and educator who published several works in both English and Samoan. Her literary contributions helped to document and preserve the rich cultural heritage of Samoa. Additionally, Aana Makaua (1928-2007) was a respected Hawaiian elder and cultural practitioner who dedicated her life to the perpetuation of Hawaiian traditions and values.
More recently, Aana Lucia Magana (born 1979) is a Mexican-American actress and singer who has appeared in numerous television shows and films. She has used her platform to promote representation and diversity in the entertainment industry.
While the name Aana may have originated in the Hawaiian language, it has since been adopted and used by various cultures around the world. However, its roots can be traced back to the Hawaiian Islands, where it has been a part of the rich cultural tapestry for centuries.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Aana over time
The chart below shows babies named Aana registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2012 to 2021. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Aana, the clearest high point is 2016. The latest England and Wales figure is 6 births in 2021, compared with 7 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Aana by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Aana was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #4506 | 9 | 2 |
| 2010s | #4952 | 13 | 3 |
Related
Names similar to Aana
- Amelia 94,830
- Ava 54,556
- Amy 52,495
- Alice 46,815
- Abigail 45,658
- Amber 31,922
- Anna 27,802
- Alexandra 19,455
- Amelie 18,051
- Abbie 15,971
- Aimee 15,158
- Annabelle 15,120
FAQ
Aana: questions and answers
How popular is the name Aana in the UK right now?
In 2021, Aana was ranked #3519 for girls in England and Wales, with 6 births registered.
When was Aana most popular?
The peak year on record was 2016, with 7 babies registered as Aana in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Aana?
A feminine name of American origin meaning "favored grace of God".
How many people are called Aana in the UK?
A total of 22 babies have been registered as Aana across the 5 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.