Girl
Diana
divine, heavenly
About Diana
Regal elegance defines this classical name, which has maintained its appeal across centuries and cultures through sheer grace and beauty. The mythological and historical associations provide depth and richness, connecting a child to stories of strength, independence, and leadership. Its pronunciation remains consistent across languages, making it an excellent choice for multicultural families or those with international connections. The name balances formality with warmth, capable of commanding respect in professional settings while remaining approachable in personal relationships. Its enduring popularity speaks to qualities that transcend temporary trends—timelessness, sophistication, and inherent dignity that never goes out of style. The various nickname possibilities offer flexibility for different life stages, allowing personal expression while maintaining the name's essential character and strength throughout a lifetime of growth and achievement.
Popularity of the Name Diana
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #555 | ||||
| 1881 | #695 | ||||
| 1882 | #692 | ||||
| 1883 | #621 | ||||
| 1884 | #546 | ||||
| 1885 | #614 | ||||
| 1886 | #642 | ||||
| 1887 | #564 | ||||
| 1889 | #575 | ||||
| 1890 | #764 | ||||
| 1891 | #673 | ||||
| 1892 | #646 | ||||
| 1893 | #578 | ||||
| 1894 | #610 | ||||
| 1895 | #644 | ||||
| 1896 | #557 | ||||
| 1897 | #745 | ||||
| 1898 | #623 | ||||
| 1899 | #538 | ||||
| 1900 | #660 | ||||
| 1901 | #667 | ||||
| 1902 | #538 | ||||
| 1903 | #658 | ||||
| 1904 | #560 | ||||
| 1905 | #633 | ||||
| 1906 | #570 | ||||
| 1907 | #632 | ||||
| 1908 | #489 | ||||
| 1909 | #582 | ||||
| 1910 | #553 | ||||
| 1911 | #575 | ||||
| 1912 | #521 | ||||
| 1913 | #507 | ||||
| 1914 | #444 | ||||
| 1915 | #490 | ||||
| 1916 | #519 | ||||
| 1917 | #551 | ||||
| 1918 | #462 | ||||
| 1919 | #454 | ||||
| 1920 | #443 | #172 | |||
| 1921 | #442 | #153 | |||
| 1922 | #403 | #189 | |||
| 1923 | #397 | #122 | |||
| 1924 | #418 | #159 | |||
| 1925 | #393 | #152 | |||
| 1926 | #381 | #163 | |||
| 1927 | #364 | #142 | |||
| 1928 | #330 | #86 | |||
| 1929 | #278 | #129 | |||
| 1930 | #263 | #96 | |||
| 1931 | #265 | #76 | |||
| 1932 | #236 | #81 | |||
| 1933 | #227 | #63 | |||
| 1934 | #205 | #72 | |||
| 1935 | #212 | #69 | |||
| 1936 | #202 | #55 | |||
| 1937 | #157 | #74 | |||
| 1938 | #151 | #47 | |||
| 1939 | #138 | #55 | |||
| 1940 | #117 | #56 | |||
| 1941 | #100 | #40 | |||
| 1942 | #68 | #47 | |||
| 1943 | #62 | #44 | |||
| 1944 | #60 | #56 | |||
| 1945 | #43 | #67 | |||
| 1946 | #42 | #54 | |||
| 1947 | #48 | #63 | |||
| 1948 | #48 | #62 | |||
| 1949 | #48 | #67 | |||
| 1950 | #47 | #74 | |||
| 1951 | #50 | #86 | |||
| 1952 | #51 | #82 | |||
| 1953 | #55 | #86 | |||
| 1954 | #57 | #87 | |||
| 1955 | #55 | #94 | |||
| 1956 | #56 | #84 | |||
| 1957 | #43 | #75 | |||
| 1958 | #45 | #66 | |||
| 1959 | #49 | #80 | |||
| 1960 | #53 | #77 | |||
| 1961 | #56 | #90 | |||
| 1962 | #57 | #84 | |||
| 1963 | #62 | #94 | |||
| 1964 | #63 | #94 | #227 | ||
| 1965 | #64 | #94 | #211 | ||
| 1966 | #64 | #116 | #242 | ||
| 1967 | #65 | #117 | #232 | ||
| 1968 | #71 | #107 | #202 | ||
| 1969 | #81 | #117 | #204 | ||
| 1970 | #89 | #135 | #260 | ||
| 1971 | #82 | #114 | #245 | ||
| 1972 | #83 | #119 | #241 | ||
| 1973 | #85 | #183 | #220 | ||
| 1974 | #87 | #160 | #224 | ||
| 1975 | #100 | #163 | #254 | ||
| 1976 | #101 | #142 | #318 | ||
| 1977 | #100 | #147 | #374 | ||
| 1978 | #102 | #156 | #371 | ||
| 1979 | #111 | #144 | #254 | ||
| 1980 | #118 | #163 | #284 | ||
| 1981 | #75 | #103 | #190 | ||
| 1982 | #63 | #134 | #196 | ||
| 1983 | #69 | #166 | #215 | ||
| 1984 | #72 | #194 | #210 | ||
| 1985 | #74 | #261 | #310 | ||
| 1986 | #75 | #235 | #363 | ||
| 1987 | #85 | #251 | #334 | ||
| 1988 | #85 | #218 | #312 | ||
| 1989 | #86 | #276 | #321 | ||
| 1990 | #98 | #322 | #284 | ||
| 1991 | #103 | #317 | #400 | #146 | |
| 1992 | #101 | #259 | #344 | #156 | |
| 1993 | #94 | #187 | |||
| 1994 | #98 | #379 | #180 | ||
| 1995 | #105 | #203 | |||
| 1996 | #107 | #560 | #210 | ||
| 1997 | #97 | #442 | #214 | #280 | #176 |
| 1998 | #83 | #435 | #234 | #210 | |
| 1999 | #101 | #604 | #359 | #409 | #179 |
| 2000 | #106 | #599 | #289 | #234 | |
| 2001 | #102 | #595 | #259 | #227 | |
| 2002 | #117 | #573 | #165 | #260 | |
| 2003 | #108 | #571 | #181 | #302 | |
| 2004 | #90 | #538 | #181 | #323 | |
| 2005 | #100 | #645 | #328 | #366 | |
| 2006 | #120 | #484 | #250 | #358 | |
| 2007 | #106 | #421 | #235 | #318 | |
| 2008 | #138 | #417 | #195 | #303 | |
| 2009 | #166 | #483 | #226 | #312 | |
| 2010 | #190 | #401 | #197 | #295 | |
| 2011 | #204 | #410 | #273 | #337 | |
| 2012 | #252 | #427 | #348 | #272 | #399 |
| 2013 | #272 | #371 | #258 | #365 | |
| 2014 | #298 | #312 | #293 | #360 | |
| 2015 | #296 | #287 | #327 | #311 | |
| 2016 | #269 | #301 | #356 | #321 | #326 |
| 2017 | #230 | #327 | #305 | #280 | |
| 2018 | #185 | #282 | #401 | #282 | #231 |
| 2019 | #213 | #286 | #264 | #224 | |
| 2020 | #245 | #315 | #327 | #296 | #320 |
| 2021 | #225 | #273 | #375 | #236 | #269 |
| 2022 | #229 | #266 | #274 | #257 | |
| 2023 | #228 | #291 | #284 | #238 | |
| 2024 | #242 | #286 | #421 | #268 | #313 |
| 2025 | #244 | #283 | #252 | #311 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Diana
Names Similar to Diana
Nicknames for Diana
- Di
- Didi
- Ana
Famous People Named Diana
| Diana, Princess of Wales | British royalty |
| Diana Ross | American singer and actress |
| Diana Krall | Canadian jazz pianist and singer |
| Diana Vreeland | American fashion editor |
| Diana Rigg | British actress |
| Diana Gabaldon | American author |
| Diana Taurasi | American basketball player |
| Diana Nyad | American long-distance swimmer |
| Diana Dors | British actress |
| Diana Wynne Jones | British author |
| Diana Quick | British actress |
| Diana DeGarmo | American singer and actress |
| Diana Cooper | British author and spiritual teacher |
| Diana Churchill | British actress and dancer |
| Diana Gurtskaya | Georgian singer |
| Diana Hyland | American actress |
| Diana Mitford | British socialite and writer |
| Diana Athill | British writer |
Characters Named Diana
| Diana Prince/Wonder Woman | DC Comics superhero |
| Diana Barry | Anne of Green Gables |
| Diana Bishop | A Discovery of Witches |
| Diana Fowley | The X-Files |
| Diana Meade | The Secret Circle |
| Diana Lombard | Martin Mystery |
| Diana Reid | Criminal Minds |
| Diana Trout | Younger |
| Diana Guzman | Girlfight |
| Diana Morales | A Chorus Line |
| Diana the Acrobat | Gargoyles |
| Diana Palmer | Castle Rock |
| Diana Mazar | Life Sentence |
| Diana Ladris | Star Wars |
| Diana St. Tropez | The Muppets |