Savanna Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Savanna is derived from the Spanish word for 'open grassy plain,' with roots in the Taino language. It has evolved from 'sabana' in Spanish to its current form in English. The name conveys a sense of nature and openness. It has no biblical relevance but gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern name. Variants include Savannah, and it is associated with a positive image of beauty and nature.
The name Savanna is most popular in Nevada, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Savanna has been falling for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Savanna' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16616th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 20994th out of 24088 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6442nd out of 9107 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 10248th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8210th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 513th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 267th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 604th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Savanna' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Savanna"
Pronunciation
/səˈvænə/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
The name Savanna is derived from the Spanish word 'sabana,' which means 'savannah' or 'open grassy plain.' The term is rooted in the Taino language, an indigenous language of the Caribbean.
Meaning
open grassy plain
Language Evolution
Sabana (Spanish), Savanna (English)
Historical Usage
The name Savanna gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a nature-inspired name.
Variants & Derivatives
Savannah, Savanna
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Savanna is viewed as a modern and trendy name, often associated with nature and beauty due to its connection to open landscapes.
Famous People
Savanna Chrisley, American reality television star, Savanna Santos, social media influencer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Savanna"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Savanna"
"Savanna" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 20994th of 24088 | 10 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 6442nd of 9107 | 23 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 10248th of 12526 | 13 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 8210th of 19264 | 71 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 513th of 27321 | 7,227 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 267th of 35406 | 19,375 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 604th of 30306 | 6,036 |
Regional Popularity of "Savanna" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
63.45% 4640th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Savanna" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
13.46% 496th/3685 |
19.22% 860th/4475 |
8.12% 422nd/5194 |
7.87% 497th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
5.37% 246th/4582 |
6.58% 340th/5164 |
3.34% 244th/7313 |
3.86% 288th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
13.40% 534th/3984 |
11.01% 494th/4487 |
9.50% 648th/6822 |
10.77% 676th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Savanna"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Savanna" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.