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Savannah

Girl name · 588 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Savannah: 588 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 36 births in 2022.

From the Spanish word *sabana*, meaning a vast grassy plain, which itself was borrowed from the Taino language of the Caribbean, Savannah evokes wide, open landscapes. The name gained popularity partly through the charming coastal city of Savannah, Georgia, which was named after the Savannah River, itself derived from the Savanna, or Shawnee, people. Famous bearers include American television journalist Savannah Guthrie, co-anchor of *Today*, and Savannah, the character played by Jewel Staite in the sci-fi series *Firefly*. A perennial choice for parents seeking a nature-inspired name with Southern grace, Savannah has been a steady, if modest, presence in Scottish naming charts, often appealing for its soft, flowing sound and geographical resonance.