Buna
Girl nameBuna has been given to 780 babies in the U.S. since 1882. It peaked in 1915.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
780
Peak year
1915 (33 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1882
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Buna — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Buna.
FAQ
How popular is the name Buna?
Buna has been given to 780 babies in the U.S. since 1882. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Buna peak?
Buna peaked in 1915, when 33 babies were given the name.
Is Buna a girl or boy name?
Buna is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Buna are girls).
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