Twana

Twana is a feminine name that connects baby to the Twana, a group of nine Indigenous groups historically from Washington state’s Puget Sound region. The Twana includes the Skokomish, Tahuya, and other Native American tribes, making it a unique choice if you want to help baby connect to their cultural roots. Twana can also act as a variant of Tawana, a Persian name meaning “powerful." It can also be a shortened form of the American name Tawana, which ultimately has Hebrew roots as a variant of Tajuana, from Juana, and means "God is gracious." Whether your kiddo's strength comes from their physical muscles or mental gifts, the name Twana is sure to help them keep their confidence high.