Meaning and history
Sana is found in several languages and does not have a single origin. As an Arabic feminine name it can convey “radiance” or “splendour,” while in Japanese its meaning depends on the kanji used; it is also used in South Asia. Japanese singer Sana Minatozaki and Pakistani actress Sana Javed are notable bearers.
20062006: 128 births, rank #1,651
2007: 117 births, rank #1,815
2008: 114 births, rank #1,865
2009: 109 births, rank #1,914
2010: 101 births, rank #1,978
20112011: 129 births, rank #1,655
2012: 97 births, rank #2,003
2013: 104 births, rank #1,918
2014: 118 births, rank #1,757
2015: 128 births, rank #1,667
20162016: 122 births, rank #1,729
2017: 138 births, rank #1,580
2018: 139 births, rank #1,554
2019: 146 births, rank #1,495
2020: 92 births, rank #2,023
20212021: 113 births, rank #1,791
2022: 180 births, rank #1,309
2023: 172 births, rank #1,319
2024: 152 births, rank #1,446
20252025: 151 births, rank #1,427
In 2025, 151 babies were recorded with the name Sana, ranking #1,427 among girls.