Kanala
Kanala is a girl baby name. Ranked #40,056 in the US, popular nicknames include Kan, Kay, and Kanie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Kanala first appeared in US Social Security records in 2022.
Over 5 babies have been named Kanala in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kanala is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #40,056 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #40,056
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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About the Name Kanala
Kanala is a girl name .
Kanala is currently ranked #40,056 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kanala include Kan, Kay, Kanie, and Kanaie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis