Dariana Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Dariana has its roots in Latin, evolving from the name Darius, which means 'maintainer' or 'protector.' It has a modern appeal and is often associated with strength and femininity. The name has no biblical relevance and gained popularity in the late 20th century. Variants include Daria and Dari.
The name Dariana is most popular in Arizona, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South 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, Dariana has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too 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, 'Dariana' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5972nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1689th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1367th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Dariana' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Dariana"
Pronunciation
/dæriˈɑːnə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Dariana is derived from the Latin name 'Darius,' which means 'maintainer' or 'protector.' The name has evolved over time and has been influenced by various cultures.
Meaning
maintainer, protector
Language Evolution
Darius, Dariana
Historical Usage
Dariana gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern and feminine variation of Darius, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Daria, Dari, Dara
Modern Popularity & Image
Dariana is perceived as a unique and elegant name, often associated with strength and femininity.
Famous People
Dariana L. P. Torres, a noted artist, Dariana T. V. Martinez, a prominent author
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Dariana"
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 "Dariana"
"Dariana" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5972nd of 27321 | 215 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1689th of 35406 | 1,908 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1367th of 30306 | 2,013 |
Regional Popularity of "Dariana" 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 "Dariana" 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) |
- |
47.33% 2118th/4475 |
- |
83.08% 5248th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
45.64% 2091st/4582 |
37.86% 1955th/5164 |
20.76% 1518th/7313 |
17.61% 1314th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
56.43% 2248th/3984 |
36.44% 1635th/4487 |
17.50% 1194th/6822 |
18.91% 1187th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Dariana"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Dariana" 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.