Dianna Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Dianna is a name of Latin origin derived from 'Diana,' associated with divine qualities. The name has evolved through various forms, reflecting its ancient roots. Its meaning relates to the celestial and the divine. Although it does not have biblical significance, it gained popularity in the 20th century and is often viewed as a symbol of elegance and beauty. Notable figures with this name include Princess Diana and actress Dianna Agron.
The name Dianna is most popular in West Virginia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Dianna has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Dianna' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6316th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5303rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8639th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12589th out of 16616 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3647th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 437th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 211th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 322nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 582nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1142nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2069th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Dianna' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Dianna"
Pronunciation
/daɪˈænə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Dianna is derived from the Latin name 'Diana,' which was associated with the Roman goddess of the moon and hunting. The name signifies divine or heavenly qualities.
Meaning
divine, heavenly
Language Evolution
Diana (Latin), Dian (Old French), Dianna (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Dianna gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the 20th century, influenced by the romanticized image of the goddess Diana and its use in literature.
Variants & Derivatives
Diana, Diane, Deanna
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Dianna is perceived as a classic and elegant name, often associated with grace and beauty. It remains a popular choice for girls.
Famous People
Diana, Princess of Wales, Dianna Agron, American actress, Dianna Rigg, English actress
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Dianna"
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 of "Dianna"
"Dianna" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6316th of 6773 | 8 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 5303rd of 7552 | 27 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 8639th of 10718 | 13 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 12589th of 16616 | 16 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 3647th of 9107 | 112 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 437th of 9204 | 4,678 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 211th of 12526 | 28,657 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 322nd of 19264 | 12,436 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 582nd of 27321 | 5,947 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1142nd of 35406 | 3,276 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2069th of 30306 | 1,116 |
Regional Popularity of "Dianna" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Dianna" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
100.00% 1379th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
100.00% 302nd/302 |
100.00% 459th/459 |
100.00% 503rd/503 |
100.00% 293rd/293 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
100.00% 179th/179 |
100.00% 287th/287 |
100.00% 217th/217 |
100.00% 203rd/203 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
100.00% 299th/299 |
100.00% 377th/377 |
100.00% 309th/309 |
100.00% 328th/328 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
100.00% 667th/667 |
100.00% 515th/515 |
100.00% 599th/599 |
100.00% 565th/565 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
100.00% 1485th/1485 |
100.00% 1209th/1209 |
100.00% 1221st/1221 |
100.00% 910th/910 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
100.00% 2725th/2725 |
100.00% 2517th/2517 |
100.00% 2064th/2064 |
100.00% 1744th/1744 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Dianna"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Dianna" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.