Ayana

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ah-YAH-nah'eye-YAH-nah'3 syllables
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡นAmharic
Adventurous

MEANING

Beautiful flower

ORIGIN

Ethiopian

ETYMOLOGY

Derived from the Amharic word 'ayana' meaning 'beautiful flower'.

CULTURAL NOTES

In Ethiopian culture, the name Ayana is often given to girls to symbolize beauty and grace.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Traditionally used in Ethiopia, the name has gained international recognition.

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapanese
Melodic

MEANING

ColorfulDesign

ORIGIN

Japanese

ETYMOLOGY

In Japanese, Ayana can be written with characters meaning 'colorful' and 'design'.

CULTURAL NOTES

In Japan, the name is appreciated for its artistic connotations.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

The name has been used in Japan since the late 20th century.

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณSanskrit
Artistic

MEANING

JourneyPath

ORIGIN

Indian

ETYMOLOGY

In Sanskrit, Ayana means 'path' or 'journey'.

CULTURAL NOTES

Often associated with spiritual journeys and personal growth.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Used in India for centuries, often in spiritual or religious contexts.

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