All about the name KANSAS

Meaning, origin, history.

The name Kansas is of American origin, derived from the Native American tribe that inhabited the region before European settlement. It translates to 'people of the south wind.' The state of Kansas was officially named after this tribe when it became the 34th U.S. state in 1861.

See also

United States

Popularity of the name KANSAS since 1880.

Number of births per year since 1880.

Amayrah has seen steady growth with six babies named annually since its introduction in 2022.