Mariana
Mariana is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Related to Marius or dedicated to Mars; or a blend of Mary (wished-for child/rebellious) and Ann (grace).
Origin and history
Mariana is a classic name of Latin origin, historically derived as a feminine form of Marianus or as a combination of Maria and Ana. It has been widely used throughout Europe and Latin America for centuries. In the United States, it maintains steady popularity, appealing to parents looking for a traditional yet melodic name.
Popularity in the United States
45,887 babies in the United States have been named Mariana since 1880. It ranks #625 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #247.
States where it is most popular
- CA (25.2 %)
- TX (20 %)
- FL (6.7 %)
- NY (4.8 %)
- IL (4.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 10 |
| 1890-1900 | 35 |
| 1900-1910 | 80 |
| 1910-1920 | 271 |
| 1920-1930 | 412 |
| 1930-1940 | 322 |
| 1940-1950 | 306 |
| 1950-1960 | 314 |
| 1960-1970 | 486 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,025 |
| 1980-1990 | 2,291 |
| 1990-2000 | 6,121 |
| 2000-2010 | 15,830 |
| 2010-2019 | 11,013 |
| 2020-2029 | 7,371 |
Famous people named Mariana
- Mariana Seoane: Actress, Singer
- Mariana Klaveno: Actress
- Mariana Pajón: Cyclist, Athlete
Nicknames
Mari, Ana, Mar
Fun facts
- The name originally stems from the Roman family name Marianus, but was later reinterpreted as a compound of Mary and Anne.
- Mariana lends its name to the Mariana Trench, the deepest recorded part of the earth's oceans, named after Queen Mariana of Austria.