Kianna Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Kianna originates from Irish roots, meaning ancient or enduring. It evolved from the name Ciana and has seen variations like Kiana. Kianna is associated with strength and resilience. It does not have biblical relevance and gained popularity in the late 20th century. Today, Kianna is viewed as a modern and appealing name, with notable individuals bearing the name.
The name Kianna is most popular in Arizona, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) 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, Kianna 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, 'Kianna' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5288th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1262nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 821st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1766th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kianna' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kianna"
Pronunciation
/kiˈɑːnə/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
Kianna is derived from the Irish name 'Ciana', which means 'ancient' or 'enduring'. It is often associated with strength and resilience.
Meaning
ancient, enduring
Language Evolution
Ciana, Kiana
Historical Usage
Kianna gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a modern variation of traditional Irish names.
Variants & Derivatives
Kiana, Keanna, Kiana
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Kianna is perceived as a contemporary and unique name often chosen for its melodic sound and positive connotations.
Famous People
Kianna Dior, an American adult film actress, Kianna Underwood, an American actress
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kianna"
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 "Kianna"
"Kianna" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5288th of 19264 | 157 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1262nd of 27321 | 2,000 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 821st of 35406 | 5,016 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1766th of 30306 | 1,431 |
Regional Popularity of "Kianna" 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 "Kianna" 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) |
- |
100.00% 3483rd/3483 |
100.00% 3518th/3518 |
87.17% 3525th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
33.32% 1228th/3685 |
23.37% 1046th/4475 |
23.26% 1208th/5194 |
20.75% 1311th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
19.93% 913th/4582 |
13.71% 708th/5164 |
12.80% 936th/7313 |
10.09% 753rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
58.96% 2349th/3984 |
42.37% 1901st/4487 |
27.51% 1877th/6822 |
21.45% 1346th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kianna"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kianna" 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.