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Savana

Girl name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Savana: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 2015.

Savana is a modern respelling of Savannah, which ultimately derives from the Spanish word *sabana*, meaning "treeless plain" or "grassy expanse," itself borrowed from the Taíno word *zabana*. The name evokes wide, open landscapes and a sense of natural freedom. While no famous bearers named Savana are widely recorded, the name shares its root with the city of Savannah, Georgia, founded in 1733 and named after the Savannah River, which in turn took its name from the Shawnee people (often called "Savannah" by early settlers). A notable variant is the more common spelling Savannah, which has been a popular choice for girls in Scotland since the 1990s. The name also carries a subtle connection to the savanna biome, conjuring images of golden grasslands and wildlife.