Viridiana Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Viridiana is a name of Latin origin meaning 'green' or 'fresh.' It evolved from the Latin 'viridis,' and has historical forms in Spanish and Italian. The name is associated with growth and vitality and gained popularity in the 20th century due to cultural influences, especially in film. It has a unique perception today and is often linked with artistic traits.
The name Viridiana is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Viridiana has been stalled for female in MidWest, 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 South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Viridiana' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16616th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 15137th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1280th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1629th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5212th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Viridiana' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Viridiana"
Pronunciation
/ˌvɪrɪˈdɪənə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Viridiana is derived from the Latin word 'viridis,' which means 'green' or 'fresh.' It is associated with growth and vitality.
Meaning
green, fresh, lively
Language Evolution
Viridiana (Latin), Viridiana (Spanish), Viridiana (Italian)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 20th century, especially in Spanish-speaking countries, influenced by the 1961 film 'Viridiana' directed by Luis Buñuel.
Variants & Derivatives
Viri, Virianna, Viridi
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Viridiana is viewed as a unique and culturally rich name, often associated with artistic and intellectual qualities.
Famous People
Viridiana Alatriste, Mexican actress, Viridiana de la Torre, Mexican singer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Viridiana"
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 "Viridiana"
"Viridiana" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 15137th of 19264 | 13 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1280th of 27321 | 1,953 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1629th of 35406 | 1,977 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5212th of 30306 | 302 |
Regional Popularity of "Viridiana" 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 "Viridiana" 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) |
48.03% 1770th/3685 |
- |
23.07% 1198th/5194 |
10.07% 636th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
42.21% 1934th/4582 |
- |
23.45% 1715th/7313 |
12.29% 917th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
60.28% 4112th/6822 |
40.41% 2536th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Viridiana"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Viridiana" 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.