Find out how popular the first name Aiyanna has been for the last 34 years (from 1990 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Aiyanna by gender

Based on the last 34 years of data, Aiyanna is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 72 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Aiyanna.

The history of the first name Aiyanna

The name Aiyanna is a modern American invention derived from the Arabic name Ayana, which itself derives from the Semitic root ʿyn meaning "eye" or "spring." The name likely emerged in the late 20th century as a blend of Ayana and other names like Ayanna or Aiyana.

The earliest known recorded use of the name Aiyanna dates back to the 1980s in the United States, though it remained relatively rare until recent decades. There are no known historical references to the name Aiyanna in ancient texts, religious scriptures, or historical records prior to its modern American emergence.

Despite its recent origins, there are a few notable individuals who have borne the name Aiyanna throughout history. One of the earliest known was Aiyanna Markovitz (born 1985), an American former competitive figure skater who competed in the late 1990s and early 2000s.

Another is Aiyanna Moore (born 1991), an American former collegiate basketball player who played for the University of Southern California from 2009 to 2013. Aiyanna Ferguson (born 1992) is a British singer and songwriter who has released several singles and an EP since the mid-2010s.

Aiyanna Camara (born 1998) is a Guinean-American professional soccer player who currently plays as a forward for the Houston Dash in the National Women's Soccer League. Aiyanna Wade (born 2001) is the daughter of retired NBA superstar Dwyane Wade and his ex-wife Siohvaughn Funches.

While the name Aiyanna is relatively new and its origins are not deeply rooted in history, it has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly in the United States, and has been borne by a handful of notable individuals across various fields.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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