Tiana Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Tiana is a name of Latin origin, meaning 'princess.' It evolved from the name Tatiana and has gained significant popularity in recent years, especially influenced by popular culture. The name embodies traits of grace and strength, but it has no specific biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Tiana"
Pronunciation
/tiˈɑːnə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Tiana is derived from the Latin word 'Tiana,' which is a diminutive form of 'Tatiana.' It is also connected to the name 'Diana,' which signifies divine or heavenly.
Meaning
Princess
Language Evolution
Tatiana, Tiana
Historical Usage
The name Tiana gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, partly due to its association with the Disney character Princess Tiana from the animated film 'The Princess and the Frog' released in 2009.
Variants & Derivatives
Tia, Tiana, Tatiana
Modern Popularity & Image
Tiana is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with strength and independence due to its connection with the Disney princess.
Famous People
Tiana Benjamin, Tiana Parker
📊 Tiana Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Tiana Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 1,028 peak births in 1998
Geographic Spread
Popular across 50 US states, with strongest presence in Hawaii
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Tiana"
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 "Tiana"
"Tiana" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 14966th of 16616 | 9 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4530th of 12526 | 144 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1047th of 19264 | 1,887 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 422nd of 27321 | 9,310 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 404th of 35406 | 12,265 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 627th of 30306 | 5,745 |
Regional Popularity of "Tiana" 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) |
- | - |
61.82% 3211th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Tiana" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - |
94.59% 2625th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
30.27% 889th/2937 |
28.42% 990th/3483 |
34.45% 1212th/3518 |
21.07% 852nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
12.46% 459th/3685 |
7.13% 319th/4475 |
11.42% 593rd/5194 |
5.49% 347th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
10.21% 468th/4582 |
5.87% 303rd/5164 |
5.84% 427th/7313 |
5.51% 411th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
18.75% 747th/3984 |
14.69% 659th/4487 |
7.68% 524th/6822 |
12.51% 785th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Tiana"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Tiana" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Tiana" in the United States
The name Tiana is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast 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, Tiana has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for female in South, stalled 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 male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Tiana' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 14966th out of 16616 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4530th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1047th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 422nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 404th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 627th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Tiana' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.