How Many People Are Named Sumana?

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

Sumana
Very Rare
Sanskrit

Sumana means 'beautiful' in Sanskrit, making it a rare gem among names. Only 1 in 9,273,912 Americans share this unique moniker, with just 36 people bearing it today. The majority, 86%, are under 30, giving it a decidedly modern vibe.

~36
Living in US
1 in 9,273,912
Americans
2001
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Beautiful
🌐
Origin
Sanskrit
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 6
Personality Traits
Graceful Charismatic Optimistic
6
Life Path Number

Life-path number 6 represents harmony, responsibility, and nurturing.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

112,721
Worldwide Bearers
#9,126
Global Rank
🇮🇳 India
69,262
🇧🇩 Bangladesh
35,650
🇹🇭 Thailand
2,858
🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
2,075
🇮🇩 Indonesia
1,529
🇺🇸 United States
566
🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates
159
🇬🇧 England
124
🇰🇼 Kuwait
66
🇳🇬 Nigeria
49

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
36 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 23
31
Would be under 30 (86%)
5
Would be 30–60 (14%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 36 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: 2001

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
37
Classic Feel
18
Modern Appeal
92
International
99

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

📜 Sumana Through the Generations

Sumana's journey through the generations shows a steady presence but with a notable peak in 2001 when seven babies were given this name. Today, the average age of those named Sumana is 23, with most falling within the under-30 bracket. This distribution paints a picture of a name that's embraced by younger generations, maintaining its status as a fresh choice in the world of baby names.

✨ Similar Names to Sumana

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Sumana's Sanskrit roots

📄 About the Name Sumana

How Many People Have the Name Sumana?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 36 people in the United States currently share the name Sumana. That works out to roughly 1 in every 9,273,912 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Sumana a Common or Rare Name?

Sumana 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 Sumana Mean?

Sumana means "beautiful" and comes from Sanskrit origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 6.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Sumana in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Sumana Most Popular?

The name Sumana reached peak popularity in 2001, with 7 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 Sumana?

Approximately 36 people named Sumana live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 36. That works out to roughly 1 in 9,273,912 Americans.

Is Sumana a rare name?

Sumana is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 9,273,912 Americans has this name.

What does the name Sumana mean?

Sumana means "beautiful" and comes from Sanskrit origins.

Is Sumana more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Sumana are male and 100% are female.

When was Sumana most popular?

Sumana peaked in 2001 with 7 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 US36
All-Time Births36
1 in X1 in 9,273,912
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age23
Peak Year2001
World Rank#9,126
Male %0%
Female %100%

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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.