Katana
Japanese · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Katana
Katana is a Japanese word derived from the kanji characters 片 (kata, meaning "one-sided" or "single") and 刀 (na, meaning "blade"), literally referring to a single-edged sword.
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Etymology
Katana is a Japanese word derived from the kanji characters 片 (kata, meaning "one-sided" or "single") and 刀 (na, meaning "blade"), literally referring to a single-edged sword. The name is primarily used in Japanese culture and gained international recognition through the historical significance of the katana as the iconic weapon of samurai warriors during feudal Japan.
Katana currently ranks #3,427 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2023.
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