Aryana Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Aryana originates from Persian, meaning 'Land of the Aryans'. It has evolved from historical forms like Aryan and Aryānā, reflecting traits of purity and nobility. The name has no direct biblical relevance. Its popularity surged in recent decades as a distinctive choice in names.
The name Aryana is most popular in Nevada, 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 Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Aryana has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled 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, 'Aryana' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4195th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 914th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1156th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Aryana' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aryana"
Pronunciation
/ˈɛr.jə.nə/
Origin
Persian
Etymology
The name Aryana is derived from the ancient Persian word 'Aryānā', which means 'Land of the Aryans'. It is often associated with purity and nobility.
Meaning
Land of the Aryans
Language Evolution
Aryan, Aryānā, Aryana
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, particularly in Western countries, as a unique and exotic name.
Variants & Derivatives
Ariana, Aryanna, Aryan
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Aryana is viewed as a beautiful and modern name, often associated with strength and elegance.
Famous People
Aryana Sayeed - Afghan singer and songwriter, Aryana DeGennaro - American actress
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aryana"
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 "Aryana"
"Aryana" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4195th of 27321 | 356 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 914th of 35406 | 4,324 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1156th of 30306 | 2,556 |
Regional Popularity of "Aryana" 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 "Aryana" 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) |
85.07% 3135th/3685 |
- |
73.87% 3837th/5194 |
37.28% 2355th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
20.73% 950th/4582 |
15.94% 823rd/5164 |
13.37% 978th/7313 |
11.97% 893rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
31.75% 1265th/3984 |
25.23% 1132nd/4487 |
17.69% 1207th/6822 |
16.36% 1027th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Aryana"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aryana" 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.