Diane

Meaning divine
Origin French, Latin, Roman
Gender Girl
Popularity Moderate
Length 5
Syllables 2
Syllabification Di-ane

About Diane

Classic, straightforward, and timelessly elegant, Diane represents traditional naming at its finest. This French form has maintained steady presence across decades without dominating popularity charts, offering familiarity without overuse. The name's two syllables provide simplicity and ease while carrying sophisticated European flair. Diane suggests someone reliable, professional, and genuinely kind—qualities that serve well throughout life. It works seamlessly across generations, equally appropriate for children, professionals, and retirees. The name requires no explanation, faces minimal misspelling, and translates easily across languages. Diane pairs beautifully with elaborate middle names requiring balance or simple choices creating streamlined combinations. It suits parents valuing proven choices over experimental trends, seeking names that won't feel dated in future decades. While perhaps not cutting-edge, Diane offers stability and grace that never truly goes out of style. The name works particularly well honoring family members or embracing French heritage.

Nicknames for Diane

Di
Dia
Annie
Dee
Diane

Famous People Named Diane

Diane KeatonAmerican actress
Diane SawyerAmerican journalist
Diane LaneAmerican actress
Diane KrugerGerman actress
Diane von FürstenbergBelgian fashion designer
Diane NashAmerican civil rights activist
Diane VenoraAmerican actress
Diane WarrenAmerican songwriter
Diane ArbusAmerican photographer
Diane CilentoAustralian actress
Diane LaddAmerican actress
Diane EnglishAmerican television writer/producer
Diane Disney MillerWalt Disney's daughter
Diane NealAmerican actress
Diane GuerreroAmerican actress and activist
Diane FarrAmerican actress
Diane BrewsterAmerican actress
Diane MacedoAmerican news anchor
Diane YoudaleBritish television presenter
Diane ParishBritish actress

Characters Named Diane

Diane NguyenBoJack Horseman
Diane ChambersCheers
Diane EvansTwin Peaks
Diane LockhartThe Good Wife
Diane ParkerFriends
Diane SimmonsFamily Guy
Diane JansenSpider-Man - Into the Spider-Verse
Diane FosterThe Parent Trap
Diane CoulsonMarvel Comics
Diane FreelingPoltergeist
Diane SelwynMulholland Drive
Diane the TurtleBoJack Horseman
Diane A. AmayaThe West Wing
Diane AmosThe Simpsons
Diane BeckmanG.I. Joe
Diane CraytonWelcome to Night Vale
Diane GraysonBatman Beyond
Diane RooksSmallville
Diane Sarema GrubbThe Matrix Online

Other Popular Names Beginning with D

Devorah
Devin
Delani
Dani
Dayanna
Dulce
Dora
Denise
Denver
Della