Fana
FAH-nah
Fana is a girl’s name of African origin, meaning “Fana has multiple origins and meanings. In Amharic (Ethiopia) it means 'delight' or 'joy'. It also appears as a short form of other names.”, and peaked in popularity in 1988.
What Fana Means
“Fana has multiple origins and meanings. In Amharic (Ethiopia) it means 'delight' or 'joy'. It also appears as a short form of other names.”
The Story of Fana
Imagine a name that sounds like laughter and feels like sunshine, destined for your joyful daughter.
Fana carries the bright meaning of 'delight' or 'joy' in Amharic, the language of Ethiopia. It has also appeared as a shortened form of other names, emerging in the late twentieth century as a name filled with optimism.
This name is for a daughter you envision as purely joyful and kind, a friendly soul with an optimistic outlook. You see her spreading happiness and warmth effortlessly, a bright light in your life and the lives of others.
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The Achiever
Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#7 in 1988
Total Births
12
First Recorded
1986
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