Kana sits next to 4 phonetic neighbors — Kana, Hana, and Lana are the closest matches by sound. Most share Kana's Japanese cluster, so the rhythm and vowel shape carry across the list.
You searched for names like
"flower, added (fragrance)"
"beautiful one"
"big happiness, great light"
"girl, maiden"
"Esteemed, beloved"
"Divine spirit, intermediary deity"
"beloved, sweetheart"
"divine sky beauty"
"heavenly child, royal flowers"
"Bright, shining light"
"work, activity, to cultivate"
"soft, smooth"
"calm sea, still ocean"
"diamond, brilliant"
"brightness of the day"
"mother, life-giver"
"grace, favor"
Similar sound: These names share phonetic patterns with Kana — similar vowel sounds, consonant clusters, or rhythm.
Shared roots: Several names on this list have Japanese origins, giving them the same cultural heritage as Kana.
Rhythm: Kana is a 2-syllable name. Names with the same syllable count tend to feel interchangeable when you're narrowing your list.