Dionna
Dionna is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Child of Dionysus, divine, or consecrated to God.
Origin and history
Dionna is a feminine name of Greek origin, derived from Dionysus, the Greek god of wine and revelry. It gained modest popularity in the United States during the late 20th century as a variation of Dionne or Dion. Today, it remains a relatively rare choice for newborn girls.
Popularity in the United States
3,775 babies in the United States have been named Dionna since 1880. It ranks #2875 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2035.
States where it is most popular
- OH (18.4 %)
- CA (16.3 %)
- IL (12.7 %)
- PA (11.3 %)
- NY (10.4 %)
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 | 5 |
| 1960-1970 | 193 |
| 1970-1980 | 617 |
| 1980-1990 | 825 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,086 |
| 2000-2010 | 687 |
| 2010-2019 | 296 |
| 2020-2029 | 66 |
Nicknames
Dee, Di
Fun facts
- The name traces back through French and Latin forms to the Greek deity Dionysus.
- Dionna experienced its highest U.S. usage during the 1970s and 1980s.