Declining since 2008, #10,917 for girls today.
Popularity of Auriana since 1989
Babies named Auriana per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 125 |
| 2000s | 253 |
| 2010s | 271 |
| 2020s | 60 |
Meaning & origin
Auriana is a rare modern name first recorded in the United States in 1989, with a peak in usage around 2009 when fewer than 1 in 200,908 girls received the name. Since 2008, its frequency has been in decline. The name appears to be a creative blend of the Latin-derived Aurora, meaning 'dawn,' and the popular suffix -ana, or perhaps a respelling of Ariana. Its spelling with a 'u' distinguishes it from the more common Ariana. Auriana has never been concentrated in any particular state, reflecting its broad but sparse use. As a contemporary coinage without deep historical roots, it appeals to parents seeking a melodious, distinctive name with a modern feel.
Auriana first appeared in U.S. records in 1989, suggesting a modern coinage. It likely blends the name Aurora, meaning 'dawn,' with the feminine suffix -ana, or it could be a respelling of Ariana. Its usage has remained rare, peaking modestly in 2009.
“Auriana” around the world
Where Auriana lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
10
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Auri, Riana, Ana
Sibling names for Auriana
Names that share Auriana's style, for a brother or sister.
