Aliana Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Aliana is a name of Latin origin meaning 'noble'. It has evolved from historical forms like Alicia and Alis, reflecting a tradition of names associated with nobility. While it has no biblical relevance, Aliana has become popular in recent years, viewed positively for its elegance and grace.
The name Aliana is most popular in Nevada, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Aliana has been too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, 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 female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Aliana' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 15863rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5839th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1121st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 696th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Aliana' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aliana"
Pronunciation
/əˈliːənə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Aliana is derived from the Latin name 'Alicia', which is related to the Germanic name 'Adalheidis', meaning 'noble' or 'of noble birth'.
Meaning
noble
Language Evolution
Alicia, Alis, Aliana
Historical Usage
Aliana has gained popularity in modern times, particularly in the 21st century, as a variant of more traditional names like Alicia and Alana.
Variants & Derivatives
Alicia, Alana, Ali
Modern Popularity & Image
Aliana is seen as a modern, elegant name that conveys a sense of grace and nobility, appealing to contemporary parents.
Explore More Aliana Name Visualizations
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aliana"
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 "Aliana"
"Aliana" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 15863rd of 19264 | 11 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5839th of 27321 | 222 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1121st of 35406 | 3,373 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 696th of 30306 | 4,965 |
Regional Popularity of "Aliana" 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 "Aliana" by Generation for Female 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) |
- |
93.65% 4191st/4475 |
- |
68.20% 4308th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
26.91% 1233rd/4582 |
17.84% 921st/5164 |
17.13% 1253rd/7313 |
12.81% 956th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
21.86% 871st/3984 |
14.64% 657th/4487 |
10.63% 725th/6822 |
9.35% 587th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Aliana"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aliana" 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.