Savannah
suh-VAN-uh
Savannah is a girl’s name of Spanish origin, meaning “A large, grassy plain, from the Spanish 'Zavana'.”. It currently ranks #107 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2000.
What Savannah Means
“A large, grassy plain, from the Spanish 'Zavana'.”
The Story of Savannah
This name conjures vast, open skies and the gentle rustle of tall grass, a spirit of freedom and natural grace.
Savannah draws its name from the Spanish word 'Zavana,' referring to a large, grassy plain. This evocative term conjures images of wide-open landscapes and natural beauty. The name journeyed from Spanish explorers through the Americas, becoming associated with the wild, untamed beauty of these expansive grasslands.
There's a breath of fresh air in the sound of 'Savannah,' a sense of space and natural elegance. It feels graceful and expansive. When you picture your daughter's name, Savannah, written on a postcard from an adventure or a nature-inspired artwork, it evokes a spirit of independence and an optimistic outlook, a connection to the wider world you already see in her.
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Numerology
The Builder
Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.
Famous Namesakes
Savannah Guthrie
American broadcast journalist and attorney.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#7,113 in 2000
Total Births
189,552
First Recorded
1880
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