gender neutral
Indiana
land of the Indians
About Indiana
Adventure calls through this bold geographic name that refuses to be confined by convention. Indiana carries wanderlust in its very syllables, suggesting horizons yet to be explored and paths yet to be taken. The name gained cultural cachet through cinema but transcends its pop culture associations to stand on its own considerable merit. It possesses a certain pioneering spirit, evoking images of vast landscapes and limitless possibility. Parents who choose Indiana often value independence, creativity, and the courage to be different. The name works surprisingly well in professional contexts despite its unconventional nature, perhaps because it conveys confidence and originality. Indiana offers built-in nickname options while remaining beautiful in full form. It suggests someone unafraid of challenges, comfortable with standing out, and possessed of natural curiosity about the world. For families seeking a name as unique as they hope their daughter will be, Indiana delivers distinctive character with undeniable charm.
Popularity of the Name Indiana
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #604 | |||
| 1881 | #876 | |||
| 1887 | #897 | |||
| 1888 | #989 | |||
| 1893 | #986 | |||
| 2005 | #908 | |||
| 2006 | #839 | #300 | ||
| 2007 | #916 | |||
| 2008 | #898 | #229 | ||
| 2010 | #764 | #251 | ||
| 2011 | #756 | #235 | ||
| 2012 | #648 | #138 | ||
| 2013 | #602 | #112 | ||
| 2014 | #620 | #206 | #554 | |
| 2015 | #570 | #181 | #964 | |
| 2016 | #572 | #128 | ||
| 2017 | #532 | #199 | #547 | |
| 2018 | #515 | #130 | ||
| 2019 | #464 | #170 | #925 | |
| 2020 | #567 | #239 | ||
| 2021 | #539 | #528 | ||
| 2022 | #613 | #204 | ||
| 2023 | #851 | #262 | ||
| 2024 | #656 | #331 | #957 | |
| 2025 | #855 | #941 | ||
| 2009 | #426 | #975 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland
Variations of Name Indiana
- Indianna
- Indeana
- Indeena
Names Similar to Indiana
Nicknames for Indiana
- Indy
- Indie
- Ana
- Didi
- Indi
Famous People Named Indiana
| Indiana Evans | Australian actress and singer |
| Indiana Massara | Australian singer and social media influencer |
| Indiana Woodward | American ballet dancer |
| Indiana Mehta | Indian-American conductor and composer |
| Indiana Wollard | American model and entrepreneur |
| Indiana Ferreira | Brazilian triathlete |
| Indiana Guerra | Colombian actress and model |
| Indiana Avent | British television personality and chef |
| Indiana Vald | Danish singer and songwriter |
| Indiana Affleck | Daughter of actors Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner |
Characters Named Indiana
| Indiana Reynolds | Character in the TV show "Neighbours" - portrayed by Brittany Santariga |
| Indiana Lamb | Character in the novel "Vanity Fair" by William Makepeace Thackeray |
| Indiana Curtis | Character in the film "The Man from Snowy River" - portrayed by Sigrid Thornton |
| Indiana Bell | Character in the TV show "Dynasty" - portrayed by Michelle Phillips |
| Indiana Cavendish | Character in the TV show "The Duchess" - portrayed by Katherine Ryan |
| Indiana Potts | Character in the film "Hidalgo" - portrayed by Zuleikha Robinson |
| Indiana Clark | Character in the film "Blind Fury" - portrayed by Lisa Blount |
| Indiana Grant | Character in the TV show "Prison Break" - portrayed by Danay Garcia |
| Indiana Whipsnade | Character in the film "Nothing Sacred" - portrayed by Carole Lombard |