Ariana
Ariana: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɑːɹiˈænə/
Meaning and origin of Ariana
Root meaning: “silver”
- A female given name from Ancient Greek.
Etymology
Modern simplification of Arianna, Ariane and Arianne, all forms of the Greek name Ariadne ("most holy"; Cretan Greek αρι (ari) "most" and αδνος (adnos) "holy"). There has been some confusion with the similar sounding Adriana and Adrienne. * By folk etymology also associated with Welsh arian (“silver”).
How popular is Ariana?
Since 1880, 120,380 girls and 200 boys in the U.S. have been named Ariana (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #37 in 2014. Its highest rank for boys was #3211 in 1989. In 2025 it ranked #128 for girls, with 2,219 babies given the name.
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Ariana FAQ
What does the name Ariana mean?
Ariana traces back to a root meaning "silver". A female given name from Ancient Greek. Modern simplification of Arianna, Ariane and Arianne, all forms of the Greek name Ariadne ("most holy"; Cretan Greek αρι (ari) "most" and αδνος (adnos) "holy"). There has been some confusion with the similar sounding Adriana and Adrienne. * By folk etymology also associated with Welsh arian (“silver”).
What is the origin of the name Ariana?
Ariana is listed as a name of Greek origin.
How popular is the name Ariana?
Since 1880, 120,380 girls and 200 boys in the U.S. have been named Ariana (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #37 in 2014. Its highest rank for boys was #3211 in 1989. In 2025 it ranked #128 for girls, with 2,219 babies given the name.
Is Ariana a boy or girl name?
Ariana is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 120,380 girls and 200 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.