Nashana is of African origin, derived from the Swahili language. It means 'God is Gracious'. The name has a melodic rhythm, with its nasally first syllable and flowing second half, creating an appealing sound that stands out in Western cultures.
"Nashana saw an equal number of babies named each year with peaks in 1980 and 1982, then another spike in 1987, totaling 21 children over the span."