Riana Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Riana originates from Latin, with meanings related to divinity and royalty. It has evolved from historical forms like Ria and has connections to the Welsh name Rhiannon. The name is perceived positively in modern culture, often associated with strength and creativity. There is no biblical background associated with this name.
The name Riana is most popular in California, 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, Riana 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, 'Riana' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9044th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2953rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2307th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4424th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Riana' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Riana"
Pronunciation
/riˈɑːnə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Riana is derived from the Latin name 'Ria', which is a diminutive form of various names including 'Maria' and 'Rita'. It also has associations with the Welsh name 'Rhiannon', meaning 'great queen'.
Meaning
Diva, princess, or great queen.
Language Evolution
Ria, Riana, Rhiannon
Historical Usage
The name Riana gained popularity in the late 20th century, especially in English-speaking countries, as a modern variant of traditional names.
Variants & Derivatives
Ria, Rhianna, Rhiannon
Modern Popularity & Image
Riana is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with creativity and strength.
Famous People
Riana Decker, a notable singer., Riana K. Killeen, a prominent author.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Riana"
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 "Riana"
"Riana" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 9044th of 19264 | 58 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2953rd of 27321 | 582 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2307th of 35406 | 1,238 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4424th of 30306 | 383 |
Regional Popularity of "Riana" 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 "Riana" 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) |
88.39% 3257th/3685 |
58.70% 2627th/4475 |
83.13% 4318th/5194 |
36.06% 2278th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
60.39% 2767th/4582 |
38.88% 2008th/5164 |
35.35% 2585th/7313 |
28.61% 2135th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
82.79% 3715th/4487 |
74.63% 5091st/6822 |
52.33% 3284th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Riana"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Riana" 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.