Una
Una: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Una
- A female given name from Irish.
Etymology
Anglicized form of Irish Úna. Doublet of Oona.
How popular is Una?
Since 1880, 8,108 girls in the U.S. have been named Una. Its highest rank for girls was #331 in 1890. In 2025, 49 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Una FAQ
What does the name Una mean?
A female given name from Irish. Anglicized form of Irish Úna. Doublet of Oona.
What is the origin of the name Una?
Una is listed as a name of Irish origin.
How popular is the name Una?
Since 1880, 8,108 girls in the U.S. have been named Una. Its highest rank for girls was #331 in 1890. In 2025, 49 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Una a boy or girl name?
Una is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 8,108 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.