Mariana
Mariana: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Mariana
- A female given name from Latin [in turn from Aramaic] or from Hebrew; variant forms Marian, Maryana.
Etymology
Latinized form of Marian, ultimately from Mary or Mary + Ann. It is also the feminine form of Latin Mariānus, derivative of Marius, but these rather rare Roman names have been completely intertwined with Maria in the Christian era.
How popular is Mariana?
Since 1880, 45,887 girls and 85 boys in the U.S. have been named Mariana (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #165 in 2005. Its highest rank for boys was #4788 in 1980. In 2025 it ranked #261 for girls, with 1,192 babies given the name.
Names similar to Mariana
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Sibling name ideas for Mariana
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Mariana FAQ
What does the name Mariana mean?
A female given name from Latin [in turn from Aramaic] or from Hebrew; variant forms Marian, Maryana. Latinized form of Marian, ultimately from Mary or Mary + Ann. It is also the feminine form of Latin Mariānus, derivative of Marius, but these rather rare Roman names have been completely intertwined with Maria in the Christian era.
What is the origin of the name Mariana?
Mariana is listed as a name of Latin origin.
How popular is the name Mariana?
Since 1880, 45,887 girls and 85 boys in the U.S. have been named Mariana (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #165 in 2005. Its highest rank for boys was #4788 in 1980. In 2025 it ranked #261 for girls, with 1,192 babies given the name.
Is Mariana a boy or girl name?
Mariana is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 45,887 girls and 85 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.