Girl · 88th of 35,406
Arianna
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
102,884
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2014
Peak Popularity Year
5,280
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Arianna stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Arianna is a name of Greek origin meaning 'most holy'. It evolved from the Ancient Greek name Ariadne and has several historical forms. The name is associated with positive traits like creativity and elegance. It does not have biblical relevance but gained popularity in the 20th century in various cultures.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˌɛəriˈænə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Arianna is derived from the Greek name 'Ariadne', which means 'most holy'. It is often associated with the mythological figure Ariadne, who helped Theseus navigate the Labyrinth.
Meaning
most holy
Language Evolution
Ariadne (Ancient Greek), Arianna (Italian), Ariane (French), Ariana (Latinized form)
Historical Usage
Arianna gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the United States, as a modern variant of Ariadne and has been commonly used in various cultures.
Variants & Derivatives
Ariana, Ariane, Ari, Anna
Modern Popularity & Image
Arianna is currently perceived as a trendy and elegant name, often associated with creativity and sophistication.
Famous People
Arianna Huffington, founder of The Huffington Post, Arianna Grande, popular singer and actress
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Declining
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 5,280 peak births in 2014
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Nevada
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 6 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 7 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 12177th of 24088 | 55 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 17079th of 23106 | 18 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 11599th of 12526 | 7 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2561st of 19264 | 475 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 471st of 27321 | 8,097 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 88th of 35406 | 57,726 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 92nd of 30306 | 36,506 |