"treeless plain, open grassland"
Origin: Spanish via Taino
Language: Spanish
Savannah
Pronunciation: [ s-uhv-AN-uh ]
Girl Name
#107 Most Popular
Steady
3 Syllables
A sun-drenched southern name with wild, open spirit
English
American
Spanish
Earthy
Southern
Elegant
Playful
Whimsical
Meaning & Origin
"flat tropical grassland"
Origin: Taino
Language: Taino
"open, treeless grassland"
Origin: Taino
Language: English
"flat plain"
Origin: Spanish
Language: Spanish
The Story of Savannah
Savannah derives from the Taino word 'zabana,' adopted into Spanish as 'sabana,' meaning an open, treeless grassland or plain. Spanish explorers used the term for the vast open grasslands of Africa and the Americas. The city of Savannah, Georgia, founded in 1733 as one of America's earliest planned cities, spread the name's romantic connotations of the American South.
Savannah entered the top 100 US baby names in the early 1990s and has remained consistently popular, benefiting from the romantic image of the Georgia city and the southern belle aesthetic. It hit its peak around 2010-2015.
Savannah, Georgia is one of America's most beautiful cities, known for its historic squares, live oak trees draped in Spanish moss, and well-preserved antebellum architecture. John Berendt's 1994 book 'Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil' brought renewed national fascination with the city.
Fun Facts
- Savannah, Georgia was the first planned city in colonial America, laid out in a grid of public squares in 1733
- The word 'savanna' now refers to tropical and subtropical grasslands across Africa, South America, and Australia
- John Berendt's 'Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil' spent 216 weeks on the New York Times bestseller list
Savannah in Other Languages
French
Savannah
Italian
Savanna
Spanish
Savannah
Portuguese
Savana
Famous People Named Savannah
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Savannah Outen
Musician
1993
American singer-songwriter who rose to fame through YouTube and later signed with major labels, known for pop and acoust...
American singer-songwriter who rose to fame through YouTube and later signed with major labels, known for pop and acoustic music
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Savannah James
Humanitarian
1984
American philanthropist and businesswoman, wife of LeBron James, known for her charity work
S
Savannah Guthrie
Entertainer
1971
American broadcast journalist and co-anchor of NBC's Today show
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #107
- Total SSA Count
- 2,490
- Cultural Origins
- English American Spanish
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Sav
Savvy
Van
Vanna
Pairs Well With
Savannah Grace
Savannah Rose
Savannah Mae
Savannah Jo
Savannah Lynn
Savannah Claire
Savannah Belle
Sibling Names
Also a Boy Name
Savannah is also used as a boy name, ranked #8408.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Savannah
What does the name Savannah mean?
"treeless plain, open grassland" (from Spanish via Taino). "flat tropical grassland" (from Taino). "open, treeless grassland" (from Taino). "flat plain" (from Spanish). Savannah derives from the Taino word 'zabana,' adopted into Spanish as 'sabana,' meaning an open, treeless grassland or plain. Spanish explorers used the term for the vast open grasslands of Africa and the Americas. The city of Savannah, Georgia, founded in 1733 as one of America's earliest planned cities, spread the name's romantic connotations of the American South.
What is the origin of the name Savannah?
Savannah has Spanish via Taino, Taino, Spanish, English, and American origins. In Spanish via Taino, it means "treeless plain, open grassland". In Taino, it means "flat tropical grassland". In Taino, it means "open, treeless grassland". In Spanish, it means "flat plain".
Is Savannah a boy or girl name?
Savannah is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #107. As a boy name, it is ranked #8408. Savannah is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Savannah?
Savannah is pronounced s-uhv-AN-uh.
How popular is the name Savannah?
Savannah is currently ranked #107 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Savannah?
Common nicknames for Savannah include Sav, Savvy, Van, and Vanna.
What are good middle names for Savannah?
Popular middle name pairings include Savannah Grace, Savannah Rose, Savannah Mae, Savannah Jo, Savannah Lynn, Savannah Claire, and Savannah Belle.
What are good sibling names for Savannah?
Names that pair well with Savannah as siblings include Georgia, Scarlett, Jackson, Sawyer, Charleston, Magnolia, and August.
How many syllables does Savannah have?
Savannah has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Savannah a common or rare name?
Savannah is a popular name, ranked #107 for girls. It is well-known without being overused.
About the Name Savannah
Savannah is a girl name with English, American, and Spanish origins . The name means "treeless plain, open grassland" in Spanish via Taino .
Is Savannah a boy or girl name? Savannah is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #107 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #8,408. Savannah is more commonly used as a girl name.
Savannah is currently ranked #107 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Savannah has 3 syllables and is pronounced s-uhv-AN-uh, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Savannah include Sav, Savvy, Van, and Vanna. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Savannah include Savanna, Savanah, Savani, Savana . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.