Jiana Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Jiana originates from Chinese, meaning 'to build' or 'to establish.' It has evolved from the word 'Jian' and is associated with strength and leadership. The name has no biblical relevance and has gained popularity in recent years as families seek unique names. Variants include Jana and Gianna, and it is currently viewed as a modern and elegant choice.
The name Jiana is most popular in California, 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 maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jiana 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, 'Jiana' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 16521st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10088th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4066th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3098th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Jiana' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jiana"
Pronunciation
/dʒiˈɑːnə/
Origin
Chinese
Etymology
The name Jiana is derived from the Chinese word 'Jian,' which means 'to build' or 'to establish.' It is often associated with strength and leadership.
Meaning
to build, establish
Language Evolution
Jian, Jiana
Historical Usage
The name Jiana has gained popularity in recent years, particularly among families looking for unique and culturally rich names.
Variants & Derivatives
Jana, Gianna, Jiana
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jiana is perceived as a modern, elegant name that reflects strength and creativity.
Famous People
Jiana L. A. de Souza, an artist known for her contemporary work., Jiana Smith, a prominent activist in environmental conservation.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jiana"
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 "Jiana"
"Jiana" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 16521st of 19264 | 10 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 10088th of 27321 | 94 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4066th of 35406 | 547 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3098th of 30306 | 636 |
Regional Popularity of "Jiana" 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 "Jiana" 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) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 6317th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
88.26% 4044th/4582 |
58.19% 3005th/5164 |
58.73% 4295th/7313 |
43.84% 3272nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
58.17% 2610th/4487 |
45.28% 3089th/6822 |
40.82% 2562nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jiana"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jiana" 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.