The baby name Dawanna is a Female name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced /dəˈwænə/ (duh-WAN-uh).
Dawanna is English in Origin.
The baby name Dawanna is a Female name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced /dəˈwænə/ (duh-WAN-uh).
Dawanna is English in Origin.
Dawanna is a modern American given name, likely formed with the creative prefix Da- attached to Wanna/Vanna, a short form related to Juana/Giovanna (feminine of John). Through this line it ultimately carries the Hebrew meaning “Yahweh is gracious” or “God is gracious.” In some families the name is also conceived as a blend of Dawn and Anna, adding the English idea of “daybreak” to the traditional grace-filled meaning. Common pronunciations include da-WAH-nuh and da-WAN-uh.
The name took shape in the mid-to-late 20th century in the United States, where elaborative forms with Da-/De- gained favor, especially in African-American communities. Usage peaked in the 1970s–1980s and remains uncommon today. Noted variants and spellings include Dawana, DeWanna, Dewanna, Dawonna, and DaWanna; related roots connect it to Juana, Joanna, Giovanna, and Vanna, as well as Dawn, Donna, and Dawna. Nicknames may include Wanna, Wana, or Dee.
Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.
| Country | Gender | Year | Rank | Born | of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BR | 0 | #360 | 1 | 5,969 | |
| United States | Girls | 2000 | #870 | 8 | 9,408 |
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