Everything about the name MEHANA

Meaning, origin, history

The name Mehana is of Hawaiian origin and means "graceful" or "elegant". It is a unisex name that has been traditionally used for girls in Hawaii but can also be given to boys.

The history of the name Mehana is not well-documented, as it is not one of the more common names in Hawaiian culture. However, it is believed to have been inspired by the natural beauty and gracefulness of the Hawaiian Islands themselves.

Today, Mehana is a unique and distinctive name that continues to be popular among parents looking for a meaningful and beautiful name for their child. It has a lovely sound and conveys a sense of elegance and grace, making it a perfect choice for a child who will grow up to be confident and poised.

Popularity of the name MEHANA since 1880

Birth evolution

Popularity analysis

Here are some interesting statistics about the name Mehana in the United States:

From 2002 to 2022, a total of 59 babies were named Mehana in the U.S. The name's popularity fluctuated over this period.

In 2002 and again in 2011, there were 6 newborns named Mehana each year. Then, in 2005 and 2013, there was a slight increase with 9 births each of those years.

However, the popularity seemed to decrease afterwards. In 2009 and again in 2014, only 5 babies were named Mehana. But then it picked back up in 2015 with 8 newborns named Mehana that year.

The latest data from 2020 shows another drop with just 6 births. In the most recent year available (2022), there were once again only 5 babies named Mehana.

These statistics show that while Mehana is not one of the most common names in the U.S., it has maintained a consistent presence over the past two decades, with between 5 to 9 births each year.