Holding steady.
Popularity of Diamantina since 1916
Babies named Diamantina per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1947, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Diamantina's real moment was 1931.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 24 |
| 1920s | 78 |
| 1930s | 98 |
| 1940s | 116 |
| 1950s | 112 |
| 1960s | 93 |
| 1970s | 65 |
| 1980s | 58 |
| 1990s | 10 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Diamantina is a rare feminine name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1916, finding its greatest popularity during the 1930s, with a peak in 1931. The name has remained consistently stable in usage since then, never achieving widespread adoption but maintaining a quiet, steady presence. Its meaning, 'little diamond,' connects it to the tradition of gemstone names, and its Italian and Spanish origins give it a romantic, melodic quality. Though it does not rank among the top names today, Diamantina carries an elegant, vintage charm that appeals to parents seeking a distinctive alternative.
Diamantina is a feminine given name derived from the Italian/Spanish/Portuguese word for diamond (diamante), with the diminutive suffix -ina, thus meaning 'little diamond.' It emerged as a given name in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, likely influenced by the gemstone name tradition along with other precious-stone names like Ruby and Pearl. The name saw modest use in the 1920s and 1930s, especially in the United States among families of Italian and Hispanic heritage.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dia, Didi, Mina, Tina, Diama
Sibling names for Diamantina
Names that share Diamantina's style, for a brother or sister.
