Savannah is of African origin, meaning 'treeless plain'. It gained popularity as a given name in the late 20th century, inspired by its use as a place name, particularly for the Savannah River in South Carolina and Georgia, USA.
The name Savannah experienced notable fluctuations in popularity throughout the 20th century and into the 21st, with a total of 222 babies given this name between 1911 and 2021. The highest peak occurred recently, in 2004, with an impressive 36 births, indicating a significant resurgence in its popularity during that year. However, the name's popularity has since declined, with only 5 births recorded in both 2018 and 2021.