Tawanna

Tawanna is a feminine name that emerged in the United States during the mid-20th century. It may have evolved as a variant of names like Tawana, Shawana, or Towana. Linguistically, the name could potentially be related to Native American language elements, though concrete evidence for this connection is limited. The rhythmic pattern and vowel sounds in Tawanna share similarities with other names that gained popularity during the 1960s-1970s. Usage records show that the name peaked in popularity during this period. Tawanna features the melodic '-anna' ending found in many feminine names across various traditions, such as Joanna or Brianna. The name has decreased in usage since its peak but continues to appear in contemporary naming records.

Pronounced tuh-WAH-nuh.

As of October 2026, Tawanna ranked #17301 for girls in US births in 2008 SSA, peaked at #678 for girls in 1977.