小花

Kohana

girlJapanese

Kohana is a girl name of Japanese origin, meaning “Little flower”.

MeaningLittle flower
GenderGirl
OriginJapanese
Written as小花
Pronunciationkoh-HAH-nah
TraditionModern & Classic
Used inJapan

Meaning and origin of Kohana

Kohana is a Japanese girls' name usually written 小花, ko meaning small and hana meaning flower, though other kanji such as 心花, 'heart flower', are also used. Hana-based names are popular in modern Japan for their fresh, natural feel. In English-language name books Kohana is sometimes also given a Native American meaning, but that claim is poorly documented.

Is Kohana a religious name?

Kohana is a secular Japanese name with no religious meaning.

How popular is Kohana?

A modern name in Japan, used occasionally; rare elsewhere.

Gifts with the name Kohana

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Spellings and variants of Kohana

HanaKonoha

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Kohana mean?

Kohana means 'Little flower'. It is of Japanese origin.

Does Kohana have a religious meaning?

Kohana is a secular Japanese name with no religious meaning.

How do you pronounce Kohana?

Kohana is pronounced koh-HAH-nah.

Is Kohana a boy or girl name?

Kohana is usually a girl name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.