Lewana
A feminine Hawaiian name meaning "calm as the moon".
Name Census estimates that about 15 living Americans carry the first name Lewana. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Lewana today is around 73 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Lewana births was 1951 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Lewana. 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.
Key insights
- • The typical person named Lewana is about 73 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Lewanas were born before 1963.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Lewana. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
15
~ 1 in 22,850,289 Americans
Peak year
1951
6 babies that year
Average age
73
years old
1958 SSA rank
#6,599
Tracked since 1934
Popularity
Lewana: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Lewana from the 1930s through to the 1950s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1950s, with 21 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Lewana 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 Lewana 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 Lewana
The name Lewana is believed to have originated from the ancient Germanic language, which was spoken by various tribes and peoples throughout Europe during the early medieval period. It is derived from the Old Germanic root word "lew," which means "lion," symbolizing strength, courage, and nobility.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Lewana dates back to the 8th century, when it was mentioned in the Codex Fuldensis, an illuminated manuscript produced by the Benedictine monks of the Fulda monastery in present-day Germany. The name was associated with a noblewoman who lived during the reign of Charlemagne, the Frankish ruler known for his vast empire and cultural achievements.
In the 11th century, the name Lewana appeared in the Chronica Polonorum, a historical chronicle written by Gallus Anonymus, a medieval author and chronicler from Poland. The text mentions a Polish princess named Lewana, who was celebrated for her beauty and intelligence. However, details about her life and reign are scarce, as historical records from that era are often incomplete or fragmented.
One of the earliest known bearers of the name Lewana was a French noblewoman who lived during the 12th century. She was known as Lewana de Montfort and was married to Simon IV, Lord of Montfort-l'Amaury. Lewana played a significant role in the governance of her husband's lands and was renowned for her diplomatic skills and political acumen.
During the Renaissance period, the name Lewana gained popularity among the Italian aristocracy. One notable figure was Lewana Buonarroti, born in 1475, who was the sister of the renowned artist and sculptor Michelangelo Buonarroti. She was known for her patronage of the arts and her support of her brother's artistic endeavors.
In the 17th century, the name Lewana was associated with Lewana Morosini, a Venetian noblewoman born in 1628. She was renowned for her intellect and her involvement in the cultural and literary circles of Venice. Lewana Morosini was a prolific writer and patron of the arts, and her writings offer valuable insights into the social and cultural life of the Venetian Republic during that era.
Throughout history, the name Lewana has been carried by notable figures from various cultures and eras, each leaving their mark on the world in their own unique way. While the name's origins can be traced back to ancient Germanic roots, its enduring popularity across different regions and time periods reflects its timeless appeal and the diverse cultural influences that have shaped its meaning and significance.
People
Lewana + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Lewana as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with L
Other first names starting with L with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Lewana: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Lewana?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 15 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Lewana 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 22,850,289 US residents.
Is Lewana a common name?
We classify Lewana as "Very Rare". It ranks above 35.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 26 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Lewana most popular?
The single biggest year for Lewana was 1951, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Lewana is about 73 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 Lewana in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Lewana a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Lewana 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 Lewana still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Lewana 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 Lewana 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 many people are called Lewana?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.