Rianna Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Rianna is a name of Welsh origin, derived from 'Rhiannon', meaning 'great queen' or 'divine queen'. It has evolved from historical forms like Rhiannon to its current form. The name conveys traits of strength and elegance, with no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity in recent decades, influenced by cultural figures like Rihanna.
The name Rianna is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast 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, Rianna 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, 'Rianna' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6381st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2374th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1349th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4558th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Rianna' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Rianna"
Pronunciation
/riˈænə/
Origin
Welsh
Etymology
Rianna is derived from the Welsh name 'Rhiannon', which means 'great queen' or 'divine queen'. It is also associated with the Welsh goddess of horses and fertility.
Meaning
great queen, divine queen
Language Evolution
Rhiannon, Rhianna
Historical Usage
Rianna has gained popularity in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, particularly in English-speaking countries, often inspired by its connection to the name Rhiannon and its melodic sound.
Variants & Derivatives
Rhiannon, Rhianna, Rian
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Rianna is perceived as a modern, elegant name that carries a sense of strength and femininity, often associated with creativity and independence.
Famous People
Rihanna (Robyn Rihanna Fenty), a famous singer and actress
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Rianna"
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 "Rianna"
"Rianna" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6381st of 19264 | 115 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2374th of 27321 | 783 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1349th of 35406 | 2,532 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4558th of 30306 | 366 |
Regional Popularity of "Rianna" 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 "Rianna" 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) |
- | - | - |
79.87% 3230th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
82.01% 3022nd/3685 |
49.47% 2214th/4475 |
60.40% 3137th/5194 |
30.81% 1946th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
30.93% 1417th/4582 |
22.31% 1152nd/5164 |
21.20% 1550th/7313 |
18.33% 1368th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
84.49% 3366th/3984 |
- |
67.80% 4625th/6822 |
53.98% 3388th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Rianna"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Rianna" 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.