Diana: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A divine huntress, radiant and free.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 3
- Current rank
- #244
- Peak
- #42 in 1946
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Diana Means
Diana is a girl name of English origin. A divine huntress, radiant and free.
How Popular Diana Is
Diana currently ranks #244 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #42 in 1946. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Diana
- Diana reached the top 50 in the U.S., hitting #42 in 1946.
- Diana has been a top 100 name across 169+ years of American history.
- Diana is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
- It draws from ancient mythology and legend.
Names Like Diana
Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Diana
English names that pair well as a brother or sister to Diana.
Questions About Diana
What does Diana mean?
Diana is a girl name of English origin. A divine huntress, radiant and free.
How popular is Diana?
Diana currently ranks #244 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #42 in 1946. It has held steady.
Where does Diana come from?
Diana comes from English roots. Diana reached the top 50 in the U.S., hitting #42 in 1946.
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