Holding steady.
Popularity of Rhiana since 1976
Babies named Rhiana per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 113 |
| 1980s | 157 |
| 1990s | 289 |
| 2000s | 428 |
| 2010s | 67 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Rhiana is a modern American variant of the Welsh name Rhiannon, carrying the meaning 'great queen.' First recorded in the United States in 1976, it saw a surge in popularity following the rise of singer Rihanna, with its peak year occurring in 2006. Despite this peak, the name has since remained at low usage levels, with no rank data available for recent years. Its trajectory is described as stable, indicating consistent but infrequent use. Rhiana never cracked the top 1,000 names in any state, reflecting its niche appeal. The name offers a melodic, accessible alternative to the more traditional Rhiannon, and its spelling with an 'h' distinguishes it from the celebrity-associated Rihanna.
Rhiana is a modern Americanized spelling variant of Rhianna, itself a respelling of the Welsh name Rhiannon. Rhiannon derives from the Welsh elements 'rhiain' meaning 'maiden' and 'rhi' meaning 'queen,' often interpreted as 'great queen.' The name gained popularity in the United States after the singer Rihanna rose to fame, though its Welsh roots predate that association.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Rhia, Rhi, Ana, Riri
Sibling names for Rhiana
Names that share Rhiana's style, for a brother or sister.
