Kimana
Fact sheet
- Name
- Kimana
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 3
The origin of the feminine first name Kimana is not clearly established. It may be a newly created name based on Kim, extended by the suffix "-ana."
What does the name Kimana mean?
The meaning of the name Kimana is not clearly defined. If it is indeed a derivation of Kim, it could mean "the clearing" or "God raises up." There is also the possibility that it is interpreted as the feminine form of Kimani, which would then mean "the adventurous one" or "the seafarer." Furthermore, the name may be inspired by the town of the same name in Kenya. Some sources attribute the Indian meaning "the butterfly" to Kimana, but this is incorrect. In the Shoshone language, butterfly is "a'ipputoonkih" or "a'yapodoongi." An alternative spelling is Kimena.
Where does the name Kimana come from?
The name Kimana has its roots in Old English and Ancient Hebrew and means "the clearing." The languages from which it originates are English and East African.
How do you pronounce Kimana?
Ki-ma-na
Popularity
In Germany, Kimana is a rather rare first name. In 2021, it ranked 5,220th on the list of the most common names for girls. In the last ten years, the name has been given less than ten times, placing it 9,317th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, Kimana ranks 11,574th. For the global popularity and frequency of Kimana, here are the rankings in the name charts of various countries.
Nicknames & pet names
Anna / Kim
Frequently asked questions about the name Kimana
What is the origin of the name Kimana?
The name Kimana has its roots in Old English and Ancient Hebrew and is associated with the meaning 'the clearing.' It may also have East African influences.
What does the name Kimana mean?
The exact meaning of the name Kimana is not clearly defined. A possible derivation from Kim could mean 'the clearing' or 'God raises up.' Alternatively, it is interpreted as the feminine form of Kimani, which means 'the adventurous one' or 'the seafarer.'
How popular is the name Kimana?
The name Kimana is relatively rare and does not have the same prevalence as many other first names. However, it is gaining recognition in certain regions, particularly in East Africa.