GirlArabic
Sanaa
sah-NAH
Popularity
#2397
falling
Letters
5
Syllables
2
Origin
Arabic
Total Births
6,055
Peak Year
#482 in 2006
First Recorded
1977
Style
Modern & Trendy
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
Arabic origin, meaning 'brilliance, radiance, splendor'. Also the name of the capital city of Yemen.
Numerology
6
The Nurturer
Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.
Famous Namesakes
Sanaa Lathan
American actress known for film and television roles.
Spelling Variations
Personality Traits
BrightRadiantIntelligentCharming
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