girl name · Arabic origin
Sana
/ sah-NAH /
Meaning
Sana means Radiance, brilliance (Arabic).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Arabic
Pronunciation
sah-NAH
Popularity
#1434 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Sana in the US, 1880–2025
Sana first appears in US records in 1923. It peaked in 2022, when 180 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 151.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Sana mean?
Sana means “radiance” or “brilliance” in Arabic.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sana mean?
Sana means Radiance, brilliance. Sana means “radiance” or “brilliance” in Arabic.
What is the origin of the name Sana?
Sana is of Arabic origin.
How do you pronounce Sana?
Sana is pronounced “sah-NAH.”
Is Sana a boy or a girl name?
Sana is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Sana?
In 2025, Sana ranked #1434 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Sana most popular?
Sana was most popular in 2022, when about 180 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.