Derived from the country Kenya, meaning mountain of whiteness.
Kenyana is a modern elaboration of the name Kenya, likely inspired by the Kikuyu name for Mount Kenya, Kirinyaga. It combines the geographical heritage of the East African nation with a rhythmic, feminine suffix. The name gained some visibility in the United States during the late 20th century as part of a broader interest in names celebrating African heritage.
Less common today
Kenyana isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,601 in 1991.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
