Moana
girl name#4067 in 2025Moana entered the US charts in 1941, peaked at #1552 in 2017, ranks #4067 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1941–2025
#4067
rank today
#1552
peak (2017)
35
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #3348 |
| 1950s | #4741 |
| 1960s | #5176 |
| 1970s | #5401 |
| 1980s | #7762 |
| 1990s | #11473 |
| 2000s | #10088 |
| 2010s | #6116 |
| 2020s | #3462 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Moana has been most popular in CA, FL, TX.
Living bearers
About 1,100 people named Moana are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Moana is a kid of about 8 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Moana in 2025?
- Moana ranks #4067 among US girl names in 2025, with 35 babies given the name.
- When was the name Moana most popular?
- Moana peaked in 2017, reaching #1552 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Moana with classmates?
- Moana will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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