Preanna
A feminine name of unknown origin, possibly a blend of prefixes.
Name Census estimates that about 14 living Americans carry the first name Preanna. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Preanna today is around 37 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Preanna births was 1990 (9 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Preanna. 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
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Preanna. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
14
~ 1 in 24,482,453 Americans
Peak year
1990
9 babies that year
Average age
37
years old
1991 SSA rank
#12,660
Tracked since 1990
Popularity
Preanna: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Preanna 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 Preanna during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 0 | 15 | 15 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Preanna
Preanna is a relatively uncommon given name with an intriguing history. Its origins can be traced back to ancient Greece, where it was derived from the Greek word "preannos," meaning "forerunner" or "precursor." This name was likely bestowed upon individuals who were seen as pioneers or trailblazers in their respective fields.
In the early days of Christianity, the name Preanna gained some prominence as it was mentioned in a few ancient religious texts. One notable reference can be found in the apocryphal gospel of James, where a character named Preanna is mentioned as a midwife who assisted in the birth of Jesus Christ. However, the authenticity of this account has been widely debated by scholars.
The first recorded instances of the name Preanna can be traced back to the Byzantine Empire, where it was occasionally given to women of noble birth or those who held positions of influence. One such figure was Preanna of Constantinople, a prominent scholar and philosopher who lived in the 6th century AD. She was renowned for her contributions to the study of rhetoric and logic.
During the Renaissance period, the name Preanna experienced a resurgence in popularity, particularly in Italy. One of the most notable figures bearing this name was Preanna Borgia, a renowned artist and patron of the arts who lived in the 15th century. She was known for her exquisite paintings and her support of emerging artists during the Italian Renaissance.
In the 17th century, Preanna Descartes, a French philosopher and mathematician, made significant contributions to the field of Cartesian geometry. Her work on analytical geometry and her collaboration with René Descartes earned her a place in the annals of scientific history.
Another notable figure who bore the name Preanna was Preanna Nightingale, a British social reformer and pioneer of modern nursing. Born in 1820, she is celebrated for her groundbreaking work in improving healthcare standards and establishing the first secular nursing school in the world.
While the name Preanna is not as common today as it once was, it carries a rich historical legacy and a sense of trailblazing spirit. Its Greek roots and associations with pioneering figures from various fields make it a unique and meaningful choice for parents seeking a name with a touch of historical significance.
People
Preanna + last name combinations
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Related
Other names starting with P
Other first names starting with P with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Preanna: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Preanna?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 14 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Preanna 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 24,482,453 US residents.
Is Preanna a common name?
We classify Preanna as "Very Rare". It ranks above 34% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 15 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Preanna most popular?
The single biggest year for Preanna was 1990, when 9 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Preanna is about 37 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 Preanna in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Preanna a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Preanna 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 Preanna still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Preanna 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 Preanna 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 have the name Preanna?
See how many people share the name Preanna on HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site built around that single question.