| Meaning | bitter, wished-for child |
| Origin | Greek, Hebrew, Latin, Roman |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Popular |
| Length | 7 |
| Syllables | 4 |
| Syllabification | Ma-ri-a-na |
About Mariana
Like a gentle wave meeting the shore, Mariana flows with natural grace and timeless appeal. This name combines familiarity with distinction, being recognizable across cultures while maintaining its special character. The four syllables create a rhythmic cadence that's both soothing and substantial, offering enough presence without overwhelming. Mariana suits various personality types—artistic souls, analytical minds, compassionate hearts—adapting beautifully to whoever bears it. The name has literary and musical associations that add layers of cultural richness without feeling pretentious. It ages exceptionally well, fitting a baby as perfectly as it fits a grandmother, proving its intergenerational appeal. Parents appreciate Mariana's international versatility, working smoothly in multiple languages and cultural contexts. The name provides nickname flexibility while being lovely in its complete form. Mariana represents grace, adaptability, and cross-cultural connection—a fitting choice for families raising children in our increasingly global world.
Nicknames for Mariana
| Mari |
| Ana |
| Mimi |
| Mia |
| Mana |
Famous People Named Mariana
| Mariana Pajón | Colombian BMX cyclist and Olympic gold medalist |
| Mariana Briski | Argentine actress and theater director |
| Mariana Fabbiani | Argentine television presenter and actress |
| Mariana Rondón | Venezuelan film director and screenwriter |
| Mariana Esposito | Argentine actress and singer |
| Mariana Levy | Mexican actress and television host |
| Mariana Trench | British marine geologist and oceanographer |
| Mariana Pineda | Spanish heroine of the early 19th century |
| Mariana Costa Checa | Peruvian entrepreneur and co-founder of Laboratoria |
| Mariana Bazo | Peruvian photojournalist and Pulitzer Prize winner |
| Mariana Vargas | Mexican-American Paralympic swimmer |
| Mariana van Zeller | Portuguese-American journalist and documentary filmmaker |
| Mariana Ochoa | Mexican singer and actress, member of the band "OV7" |
| Mariana Kupfer | Brazilian actress and television presenter |
| Mariana Popova | Bulgarian singer and songwriter |
| Mariana Simionescu | Romanian former professional tennis player |
| Mariana Arceo | Mexican modern pentathlete and Olympic gold medalist |
| Mariana Gómez | Argentine rhythmic gymnast |
| Mariana Castillo Deball | Mexican artist and sculptor |
| Mariana Seoane | Mexican actress, singer, and model |
Characters Named Mariana
| Mariana Alves | Character in the movie "Elite Squad" |
| Mariana Adams Foster | Character in the TV series "The Fosters" |
| Mariana Andrade | Character in the TV series "Good Trouble" |
| Mariana De La Noche | Character in the telenovela "Mariana de la Noche" |
| Mariana Maximoff | Character in the Marvel Comics universe |
| Mariana Villanueva | Character in the TV series "Jane the Virgin" |
| Mariana Espósito | Character in the TV series "Casi Ángeles" |
| Mariana Woods | Character in the novel "Beautiful Disaster" by Jamie McGuire |
| Mariana Duveuy | Character in the novel "Broken Prince" by Erin Watt |
| Mariana Valencia | Character in the TV series "One Day at a Time" |
| Mariana Dumas | Character in the TV series "La Reina del Sur" |
| Mariana Holloway | Character in the TV series "Kyle XY" |
| Mariana Ávila | Character in the TV series "Vecinos" |
| Mariana Solis | Character in the TV series "El Señor de los Cielos" |
| Mariana Adams | Character in the TV series "Finding Carter" |
| Mariana Cooper | Character in the movie "Interstellar" |
| Mariana Da Silva | Character in the TV series "Elite" |
| Mariana Guerra | Character in the TV series "Amar a muerte" |
| Mariana Santos | Character in the TV series "Brooklyn Nine-Nine" |
| Mariana Skouras | Character in the TV series "Believe" |