Katana is a Japanese-derived feminine given name, meaning 'sword' in Japanese. It's composed of two kanji characters: '鍛' (Kata) which signifies 'forging', and '刃' (Na) representing 'blade'. This name has gained global recognition due to its association with the traditional Japanese sword, the katana. The name Katana is often associated with strength, grace, and precision, reflecting the qualities of the weapon it's named after.
"Katana's popularity as a baby name peaked in recent years, with over 60 births annually since 2015. However, there was a significant drop from 79 births in 2023 to an estimated 66 births in 2024."