Alhana
A girl's name of Arabic origin with 36 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
Only 36 babies have been named Alhana in recorded U.S. history. That level of rarity means your child would almost certainly be the only one in their school, their workplace, and most rooms they walk into — a genuinely one-of-a-kind choice.
In the most recent SSA release, Alhana ranks #13518 among U.S. girl names — distinctive enough to stand out.
Alhana is a girl's baby name of Arabic origin, meaning 'gentle' or 'sweet.' It is used across Arabic-speaking communities and shares its root with the concept of tenderness and affection.
Soft-sounding yet strong in meaning, Alhana appeals to parents seeking a name that feels both exotic and warmly familiar.
EtymologyShow more
Alhana first shows up in U.S. Social Security records in 2001. A twenty-first-century entry, Alhana belongs to the newest generation of American names — often coined, blended, or borrowed from international sources.
Its Arabic classification suggests a path from arabic linguistic traditions into American usage, though the specific route — whether through immigration, literature, or cultural exchange — would require deeper historical research.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Alhana climbed 734 spots in the last 20 years — from #14252 to #13518.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Avg Rank | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 11 | #14366 | ▲ |
| 2010s | 5 | #16366 | ▼ |
| 2000s | 20 | #13154 | — |
The Story of Alhana
A Gen Z name
Peaking in 2001, Alhana is a name that defines a generation. Girls named Alhana are most likely born between 2001 and 2011.
How rare is Alhana?
Only about 1 in every 600,000 babies born in 2024 was named Alhana — a truly uncommon choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 2001, peaked in the 2000s with 20 births that decade, and remains solidly popular today.
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(6 years, 2001–2024)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 6 | #13518 |
| 2020 | 5 | #15213 |
| 2016 | 5 | #16366 |
| 2005 | 7 | #13080 |
| 2004 | 6 | #14252 |
| 2001 | 7 | #12131 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 2001–2024