Viana Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Viana originates from Latin, meaning 'vineyard'. It has evolved through historical forms and is associated with regions known for wine. Viana reflects traits of elegance and natural beauty, with no biblical relevance.
The name Viana 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, Viana 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, 'Viana' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 8598th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 9204th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 8881st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 19264th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10575th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6480th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4484th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Viana' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Viana"
Pronunciation
/viˈɑːnə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Viana is derived from the Latin word 'vinea', meaning 'vineyard' or 'grapevine'. The name is often associated with places that have vineyards or are known for wine production.
Meaning
vineyard
Language Evolution
Viana (Latin), Viana (Old French), Viana (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Viana has been used historically in various cultures, particularly in regions with a strong wine tradition. It gained popularity in the Middle Ages as a locational surname.
Variants & Derivatives
Vian, Vianna, Viane
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Viana is perceived as a unique and elegant name, often associated with nature and the beauty of vineyards. It is used in various cultures, particularly in Romance language-speaking countries.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Viana"
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 "Viana"
"Viana" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 8598th of 9107 | 6 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 9204th of 9204 | 5 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 8881st of 12526 | 23 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 10575th of 27321 | 86 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 6480th of 35406 | 294 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4484th of 30306 | 374 |
Regional Popularity of "Viana" 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 "Viana" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
92.14% 6738th/7313 |
52.26% 3900th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
100.00% 3984th/3984 |
79.76% 3579th/4487 |
65.92% 4497th/6822 |
41.73% 2619th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Viana"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Viana" 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.