Rising since 1985, #1,150 for girls today.
Popularity of Dariana since 1984
Babies named Dariana per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 71 |
| 1990s | 281 |
| 2000s | 1,378 |
| 2010s | 1,531 |
| 2020s | 1,077 |
Meaning & origin
Dariana is a modern feminine name that first entered U.S. birth records in 1984, a product of the late 20th-century fashion for elaborate names ending in -ana. Its usage has been steadily rising since 1985, reflecting broader trends in name construction. Though never reaching widespread popularity, it saw its highest rank in 2000, when it peaked at rank 1150. The name is most common in Texas, Louisiana, and Maryland, suggesting regional appeal in the South and Mid-Atlantic. As a blend of Daria and the popular suffix, Dariana fits comfortably alongside other -ana names like Ariana and Brianna, offering a distinctive yet familiar sound.
Dariana is a modern coinage, likely blending the names Daria (the feminine form of Darius, a Persian name meaning 'upholder of the good') with the popular suffix -ana, or as a feminine elaboration of Darian. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1984, during a trend of creating elaborate feminine names from established ones. Its use has remained relatively uncommon but has seen a steady rise in popularity since the late 1980s.
Where Dariana is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Dariana” around the world
Where Dariana lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dari, Riana, Anna
Sibling names for Dariana
Names that share Dariana's style, for a brother or sister.
