Kitana: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: k-eet-ahn-ah
Origin: Japan
gender-female

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Updated on Jun 12, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: East Asia
Meaning: Beautiful

Kitana is a feminine name of Japanese origin, meaning "beautiful" or "elegant. " It has its roots in Japanese culture, where it was likely used among the upper classes for its ornate and poetic meaning. The name gained popularity in the Western world, particularly in the United States, where it is often seen as an exotic and elegant-sounding name. Over time, the name has been influenced by its association with the fictional character from the Mortal Kombat video game series, which has contributed to its widespread recognition and usage.

Kitana Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Kitana is currently #5183 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Kitana is currently #2881 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Kitana is currently #2448 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Kitana is currently #1356 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names
chat-overall Australian: Kitana is currently #2722 on Kiindred Australian Names

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