Summer waves or guidance
In Japanese, Kanna is most commonly formed using kanji representing 'summer' and 'waves' or 'guidance.' It is a modern, rhythmic name that has gained popularity in Japan and is increasingly recognized internationally for its simple, cross-cultural sound.
About 10 girls were named Kanna in 2025.
Japanese actress and former singer
A young dragon girl · Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid
Former member of the J-pop group Cute
A powerful detachment of Naraku · Inuyasha
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
