Dionna Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Dionna has Greek origins, derived from Diana and associated with the meaning 'divine.' It has evolved through historical forms such as Diana and Dionysus. The name is viewed positively and is linked with modern femininity. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name.
The name Dionna is most popular in Ohio, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) 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, Dionna 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, 'Dionna' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16616th out of 16616 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7580th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1752nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1518th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2451st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6374th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Dionna' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Dionna"
Pronunciation
/diˈɒnə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
Dionna is derived from the name 'Diana,' which is linked to the Roman goddess of the moon and hunting. The name is believed to have roots in the Greek name 'Dionysus,' the god of wine and festivity.
Meaning
divine
Language Evolution
Diana, Dionysus, Dionna
Historical Usage
Dionna gained popularity in the 20th century as a feminine variant of Diana, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Diana, Dionne, Dion
Modern Popularity & Image
Dionna is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with strength and femininity.
Famous People
Dionna Davis, an American singer, Dionna McNair, an American educator
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Dionna"
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 "Dionna"
"Dionna" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 7580th of 12526 | 40 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1752nd of 19264 | 854 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1518th of 27321 | 1,521 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2451st of 35406 | 1,124 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 6374th of 30306 | 228 |
Regional Popularity of "Dionna" 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 "Dionna" 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) |
40.25% 1182nd/2937 |
71.55% 2492nd/3483 |
100.00% 3518th/3518 |
42.73% 1728th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
30.07% 1108th/3685 |
24.85% 1112th/4475 |
39.06% 2029th/5194 |
31.55% 1993rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
43.45% 1991st/4582 |
39.60% 2045th/5164 |
39.18% 2865th/7313 |
65.34% 4876th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
94.70% 3773rd/3984 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Dionna"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Dionna" 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.