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Name Origin

Ayanna is a name of African origin, specifically from the Yoruba language spoken in Nigeria and Benin. It means 'beautiful flower' or 'flower blossom.'

yorubaafricannaturebeautyfloralfeminine

Famous People

Ayanna Pressley (1974-)

Politician

  • First black woman elected to Congress from Massachusetts
  • Advocate for social justice and racial equity

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