Dariana
Dariana is a girl's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Possessing goodness, rich, or holding fast to good.
Origin and history
Dariana is a modern elaboration of the name Daria, which derives from the Old Persian name Darayavahush meaning 'possessing goodness' or 'holding fast to good'. It gained popularity in the United States in the late 20th and early 21st centuries as a rhythmic, multi-syllabic choice. Today, it remains a moderately used contemporary choice for girls.
Popularity in the United States
4,338 babies in the United States have been named Dariana since 1880. It ranks #2670 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1163.
States where it is most popular
- TX (32.9 %)
- CA (24.8 %)
- NY (8.5 %)
- FL (7.6 %)
- AZ (6.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 71 |
| 1990-2000 | 281 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,378 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,531 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,077 |
Nicknames
Dari, Ana, Daria
Fun facts
- Dariana blends the traditional root Daria with the popular feminine suffix -ana.
- The name saw increased usage in the U.S. during the 2000s alongside other rhythmic, multi-syllabic names ending in -ana.