How Many People Are Named Kijana?

Complete statistics for the name Kijana: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Kijana
Very Rare
Swahili

Kijana means 'young warrior' in Swahili, making it a rare gem among names. Only 1 in 849,841 Americans share this unique moniker, with just 388 people named Kijana alive today. The name peaked in popularity back in 1995 with 136 births.

~388
Living in US
1 in 849,841
Americans
1995
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Young warrior
🌐
Origin
Swahili
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 1
Personality Traits
Confident Determined Strong
1
Life Path Number

Traditionally, life-path number 1 represents leadership and independence.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

990
Worldwide Bearers
#255,903
Global Rank
🇨🇩 DR Congo
418
🇺🇸 United States
191
🇹🇿 Tanzania
184
🇰🇪 Kenya
122
🇹🇹 Trinidad and Tobago
21
🇮🇳 India
18
🇺🇬 Uganda
11
🇧🇲 Bermuda
6
🇦🇺 Australia
2
🇬🇧 England
2

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
254 (65%)
♀ Female
134 (35%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 32
119
Would be under 30 (30%)
282
Would be 30–60 (70%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 401 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1995

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
77
Classic Feel
25
Modern Appeal
75
International
83

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Kijana Through the Generations

Kijana, a name rooted in Swahili, has seen a steady presence in the United States since its peak in 1995. With 136 births that year, it marked a high point for this young warrior name. Over the decades, Kijana has maintained a stable trend, with 401 total births recorded throughout history. Today, the majority of those named Kijana are adults, with 32 being the average age. The age distribution shows a significant portion under 30, but the bulk of Kijana's bearers fall between 30 and 60 years old, indicating a name that resonates well with modern generations.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

California 18
New York 17
Florida 8
Alabama 6
Georgia 6
North Carolina 6

✨ Similar Names to Kijana

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Kijana's Swahili roots

📄 About the Name Kijana

How Many People Have the Name Kijana?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 388 people in the United States currently share the name Kijana. That works out to roughly 1 in every 849,841 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Kijana a Common or Rare Name?

Kijana is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Kijana Mean?

Kijana means "young warrior" and comes from Swahili origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 1.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Kijana in SSA data, approximately 65% are male and 35% are female.

When Was Kijana Most Popular?

The name Kijana reached peak popularity in 1995, with 136 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Kijana?

Approximately 388 people named Kijana live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 401. That works out to roughly 1 in 849,841 Americans.

Is Kijana a rare name?

Kijana is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 849,841 Americans has this name.

What does the name Kijana mean?

Kijana means "young warrior" and comes from Swahili origins.

Is Kijana more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 65% of people named Kijana are male and 35% are female.

When was Kijana most popular?

Kijana peaked in 1995 with 136 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US388
All-Time Births401
1 in X1 in 849,841
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age32
Peak Year1995
World Rank#255,903
Male %65%
Female %35%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.