gender neutral
Ariana
holy one, very holy
About Ariana
This name carries an elegant sophistication that transcends trends and generations. Ariana flows effortlessly from the tongue, combining melodic vowels with a gentle rhythm that feels both classic and contemporary. Parents who choose this name often appreciate its versatility—it works beautifully in professional settings while maintaining a warm, approachable quality in everyday life. The name has graced artists, leaders, and thinkers across cultures, suggesting a personality that's both creative and strong-willed. Ariana adapts seamlessly to various nicknames, from the playful "Ari" to the more formal full version, giving your daughter options as she grows into her identity. It's a name that commands respect without being intimidating, perfect for a child destined to make her mark on the world with grace and determination.
Popularity of the Name Ariana
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | #924 | #237 | |||
| 1980 | #598 | #243 | |||
| 1981 | #540 | #150 | |||
| 1982 | #533 | #210 | |||
| 1983 | #509 | #264 | |||
| 1984 | #529 | #183 | |||
| 1985 | #539 | #179 | |||
| 1986 | #502 | #278 | |||
| 1987 | #429 | #176 | |||
| 1988 | #377 | #195 | |||
| 1989 | #278 | #136 | |||
| 1990 | #228 | #186 | |||
| 1991 | #192 | #149 | #624 | ||
| 1992 | #207 | #166 | #476 | ||
| 1993 | #190 | #117 | #474 | ||
| 1994 | #166 | #107 | #499 | ||
| 1995 | #163 | #108 | #484 | ||
| 1996 | #156 | #120 | #486 | ||
| 1997 | #138 | #83 | #363 | ||
| 1998 | #137 | #112 | #358 | ||
| 1999 | #130 | #693 | #137 | #325 | |
| 2000 | #109 | #907 | #118 | #302 | |
| 2001 | #92 | #712 | #101 | #621 | #240 |
| 2002 | #93 | #788 | #90 | #638 | #239 |
| 2003 | #85 | #602 | #82 | #209 | |
| 2004 | #79 | #570 | #99 | #254 | |
| 2005 | #82 | #668 | #185 | #250 | |
| 2006 | #78 | #495 | #130 | #468 | #215 |
| 2007 | #73 | #539 | #120 | #716 | #213 |
| 2008 | #81 | #383 | #143 | #600 | #202 |
| 2009 | #82 | #375 | #93 | #492 | #193 |
| 2010 | #84 | #404 | #100 | #395 | #177 |
| 2011 | #84 | #319 | #97 | #364 | #157 |
| 2012 | #74 | #231 | #116 | #280 | #135 |
| 2013 | #54 | #189 | #99 | #340 | #115 |
| 2014 | #37 | #141 | #76 | #274 | #90 |
| 2015 | #46 | #121 | #89 | #158 | #86 |
| 2016 | #54 | #121 | #89 | #163 | #102 |
| 2017 | #67 | #107 | #98 | #234 | #103 |
| 2018 | #68 | #113 | #75 | #194 | #94 |
| 2019 | #69 | #128 | #106 | #170 | #106 |
| 2020 | #79 | #147 | #145 | #234 | #119 |
| 2021 | #88 | #149 | #156 | #167 | #139 |
| 2022 | #90 | #152 | #194 | #164 | #137 |
| 2023 | #97 | #165 | #176 | #264 | #144 |
| 2024 | #102 | #183 | #140 | #239 | #147 |
| 2025 | #128 | #202 | #140 | #219 | #156 |
| 1970 | #354 | ||||
| 1971 | #383 | ||||
| 1972 | #279 | ||||
| 1974 | #323 | ||||
| 1977 | #366 | ||||
| 1979 | #277 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Ariana
Names Similar to Ariana
Nicknames for Ariana
- Ari
- Ana
- Ria
- Annie
- Aria
Famous People Named Ariana
| Ariana Grande | American singer and actress |
| Ariana Huffington | Greek-American author and businesswoman |
| Ariana Berlin | American gymnast and dancer |
| Ariana Richards | American actress and painter |
| Ariana Miyamoto | Japanese-American model and beauty queen |
| Arianna Huffington | Greek-American author and journalist |
| Ariana Rockefeller | American philanthropist and fashion designer |
| Ariane Labed | French actress and director |
| Ariane Sherine | British comedian and writer |
| Ariane Friedrich | German high jumper and Olympian |
| Ariane Mnouchkine | French theater director |
| Ariane Brodier | French actress and TV presenter |
| Ariane Massenet | French journalist and television host |
| Ariane Moffatt | Canadian singer-songwriter |
| Ariane Schluter | Dutch actress |
| Ariane Cap | American photographer and educator |
| Ariane Ascaride | French actress |
| Ariane Bellamar | American actress and reality TV personality |
| Ariane Bacquet | French fencer |
| Ariane Daguin | French-American businesswoman and founder of D'Artagnan |
Characters Named Ariana
| Ariana Dumbledore | Character from the Harry Potter series |
| Arianna Ortega | Character from the "Shadow and Bone" series |
| Ariane Devereaux | Character from the "Vampire Academy" series |
| Ariane Emory | Character from the "Cyteen" series |
| Arianna Cabe | Character from the video game "Mass Effect" |
| Ariane Tucker | Character from the "Compound" series |
| Ariane Felder | Character from the film "Eye of the Beholder" |
| Ariane Beaumont | Character from the film "Ariane" |
| Ariane Hunter | Character from the TV series "The Good Doctor" |
| Ariane Sherine | Character from the TV series "Doctor Who" |
| Arianna Huffington | Character from the TV series "Gossip Girl" |
| Ariana Silverlight | Character from the book series "The Faerie Path" |
| Arianna Rees | Character from the TV series "Arrow" |
| Arianna Kane | Character from the TV series "The Blacklist" |
| Ariane De Chevalier | Character from the film "Les Misérables" |