Kushana
koo-SHAH-nah
Kushana is a girl’s name of Hindi origin, meaning “Refers to the Kushan Empire in Central Asia, with a historical connection.”, and peaked in popularity in 1978.
What Kushana Means
“Refers to the Kushan Empire in Central Asia, with a historical connection.”
The Story of Kushana
There is a quiet power in a name that echoes a vast and influential empire, a legacy of strength.
Kushana refers to the historical Kushan Empire, a significant power in Central Asia from the 1st to the 4th centuries CE. This name evokes a sense of historical depth and influence, connecting to a lineage that bridged cultures and facilitated trade along the Silk Road.
For your daughter, Kushana, you envision a disciplined and elegant presence. This name suggests a woman of quiet strength and firm conviction, carrying herself with an air of historical resonance and inner resolve.
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The Achiever
Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#23 in 1978
Total Births
23
First Recorded
1978
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