Ariana
Ariana first appears in US records in 1957. It peaked in 2014, when 5,504 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 2,219.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Ariana popular?
Declining Ariana is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 2014 peak.
| 2020s | 16,532 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 41,342 | |
| 2000s | 38,010 | |
| 1990s | 18,864 | |
| 1980s | 4,685 | |
| 1970s | 788 | |
| 1960s | 154 | |
| 1950s | 5 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Ariana mean?
Usually traced to the Greek Ariadne, “most holy.”
Nicknames for Ariana
- Ari
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ariana mean?
Ariana means Most holy. Usually traced to the Greek Ariadne, “most holy.”
What is the origin of the name Ariana?
Ariana is of Greek origin.
How do you pronounce Ariana?
Ariana is pronounced “ar-ee-AH-nuh.”
Is Ariana a boy or a girl name?
Ariana is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Ariana a popular name right now?
Ariana is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 2014 peak.
How popular is the name Ariana?
In 2025, Ariana ranked #128 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Ariana most popular?
Ariana was most popular in 2014, when about 5,504 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What are common nicknames for Ariana?
Common nicknames for Ariana include Ari.
What names are similar to Ariana?
Names similar to Ariana include Aria, Eliana, Gabriella, Juliana.
What names go well with Ariana?
Greek names that pair well with Ariana include Christopher, Cynthia, Andrew, Helen, Timothy.