Kaiyana
A feminine name of uncertain origin, possibly of Sanskrit roots meaning "little flower".
Name Census estimates that about 121 living Americans carry the first name Kaiyana. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Kaiyana today is around 14 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Kaiyana births was 2012 (15 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Kaiyana. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
121
~ 1 in 2,832,680 Americans
Peak year
2012
15 babies that year
Average age
14
years old
2024 SSA rank
#16,352
Tracked since 2001
Popularity
Kaiyana: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Kaiyana from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 53 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Kaiyana remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Kaiyana by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Kaiyana during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Kaiyana
The name Kaiyana is believed to have originated from the Sanskrit language, which is an ancient Indo-Aryan language that dates back to the second millennium BCE. It is thought to be derived from the Sanskrit word "kai," meaning "to praise," and "yana," meaning "to go" or "to move." This suggests that the name Kaiyana may have a connotation of "one who praises" or "one who moves with praise."
The earliest recorded use of the name Kaiyana can be traced back to ancient Hindu scriptures and texts, where it was likely used as a name for deities or revered figures. The name's connection to Sanskrit, which was the primary language of Hinduism and Buddhism, suggests that it may have held spiritual or religious significance in its early origins.
One of the earliest known individuals with the name Kaiyana was a Hindu philosopher and scholar who lived in the 5th century CE. This Kaiyana was renowned for his contributions to the study of the Vedas, which are ancient Hindu scriptures. His work helped to preserve and interpret these sacred texts, ensuring their enduring influence on Hindu thought and practice.
Another notable figure named Kaiyana was a Buddhist monk who lived in the 7th century CE. This Kaiyana was a revered spiritual leader and teacher, known for his wisdom and dedication to the Buddhist principles of compassion and enlightenment. He is said to have traveled extensively throughout Asia, spreading the teachings of Buddhism and inspiring countless followers.
In the 12th century, there was a Kaiyana who was a skilled artisan and sculptor in the court of a powerful Indian ruler. This Kaiyana's intricate carvings and sculptures adorned many temples and palaces, and his work is still celebrated today as a testament to the artistic traditions of the time.
During the 15th century, a Kaiyana was a renowned poet and storyteller in the court of the Mughal Empire. Her poetic works, which often celebrated the beauty of nature and the depths of human emotion, were widely admired and have been preserved in various literary anthologies.
Throughout history, the name Kaiyana has been borne by individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures, each leaving their unique mark on the world. While the name's origins can be traced back to the ancient Sanskrit language, its enduring appeal and cultural significance have transcended time and geographic boundaries.
People
Kaiyana + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Kaiyana as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with K
Other first names starting with K with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Kaiyana: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Kaiyana?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 121 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Kaiyana going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 2,832,680 US residents.
Is Kaiyana a common name?
We classify Kaiyana as "Very Rare". It ranks above 67.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 122 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Kaiyana most popular?
The single biggest year for Kaiyana was 2012, when 15 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Kaiyana is about 14 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Kaiyana in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Kaiyana a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Kaiyana in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Kaiyana still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Kaiyana in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Kaiyana can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How common is the name Kaiyana?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.