Alicha vs Duwana

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Duwana

Girl #35,663 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"little dark one, dark-haired"

Origin: Irish Gaelic dubh + diminutive

Cultural Roots

Irish American African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#35,663
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
3
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Du, Wana, Ana

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Alicha Rank #35,757
Duwana Rank #35,663

Duwana is more popular, ranked #35663 vs #35757 for Alicha.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Alicha ___

No pairings available yet.

Duwana ___

  • Duwana Marie
  • Duwana Lynn
  • Duwana Rose
  • Duwana Kay
  • Duwana Renee
  • Duwana Elise

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Duwana

Tanisha Latoya Deshawn Shawna Keisha

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alicha or Duwana more popular?

Duwana is more popular, ranked #35663 compared to Alicha at #35757 in the United States.

What do Alicha and Duwana mean?

Duwana means "little dark one, dark-haired" (Irish Gaelic dubh + diminutive origin).

Are Alicha and Duwana boy or girl names?

Alicha is primarily a girl name. Duwana is primarily a girl name.

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