Niyana is a unique and captivating female name of African origin, predominantly used among the Maasai tribe in Kenya and Tanzania. It is derived from the Swahili word 'niyaya', which translates to 'moon'. This name carries with it an elegant and ethereal quality, reminiscent of the celestial body it is named after. Niyana begins with a soft, melodic 'N' sound followed by a playful, rhythmic 'ya' syllable, giving it a distinctive and memorable phonetic structure.
"The name Niyana experienced significant growth in popularity between 2005 and 2009, with a peak of 31 births in 2006. However, it has since declined, with only 13 births recorded in 2023."