An uncommon Japanese pick — distinctive and rare.
A surname.
Katana is a girl's baby name of Japanese origin, from the word for the traditional Japanese curved sword carried by samurai warriors. The katana represents discipline, precision, and honor — one of the most iconic objects in Japanese culture. As a name, Katana projects strength and artistry in equal measure.
Katana has 48+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1958.
| Decade | Births | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 339 | ▼ |
| 2010s | 558 | ▲ |
| 2000s | 486 | ▲ |
| 1990s | 255 | ▲ |
| 1980s | 43 | ▲ |
| 1970s | 33 | ▲ |
| 1960s | 5 | ▼ |
| 1950s | 7 | — |
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 69 | #2563 |
| 2023 | 79 | #2323 |
| 2022 | 66 | #2645 |
| 2021 | 69 | #2542 |
| 2020 | 56 | #2913 |
| 2019 | 60 | #2799 |
| 2018 | 66 | #2631 |
| 2017 | 61 | #2803 |
| 2016 | 55 | #3037 |
| 2015 | 65 | #2729 |
| 2014 | 56 | #3027 |
| 2013 | 49 | #3289 |
| 2012 | 53 | #3146 |
| 2011 | 48 | #3381 |
| 2010 | 45 | #3543 |
| 2009 | 62 | #2838 |
| 2008 | 42 | #3815 |
| 2007 | 61 | #2947 |
| 2006 | 39 | #3891 |
| 2005 | 45 | #3385 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
Last updated May 2026 · Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (1958–2024) · Methodology