Quiana
Quiana is a girl's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Silky, soft, or modern invention.
Origin and history
Quiana is a modern American name that emerged in the late 20th century, popularized in part by Qiana, a silky synthetic fabric introduced by DuPont in 1968. It gained traction as a given name in the 1970s and 1980s. While used less frequently today, it remains an established contemporary choice in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
3,999 babies in the United States have been named Quiana since 1880. It ranks #2792 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2062.
States where it is most popular
- CA (14.2 %)
- IL (14 %)
- NY (13.1 %)
- PA (7 %)
- OH (6.3 %)
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 | 1,037 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,547 |
| 1990-2000 | 851 |
| 2000-2010 | 421 |
| 2010-2019 | 104 |
| 2020-2029 | 39 |
Fun facts
- The name gained popularity following the 1968 release of DuPont's Qiana nylon fabric, praised for its silk-like texture.
- It frequently appears in alternative spellings such as Qiana, Kiana, and Quianna.