Kohana
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Kohana first appeared in US Social Security records in 2002.
Over 211 babies have been named Kohana in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kohana is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #8,345 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #8,345
- Total SSA Count
- 13
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About the Name Kohana
Kohana is a girl name .
Kohana is currently ranked #8,345 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kohana include Koh, Koha, Kohay, Kohaie, Koy, Koie, and Kohkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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