Rising since 2014, #10,917 for girls today.
Popularity of Triana since 1959
Babies named Triana per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 7 |
| 1960s | 24 |
| 1970s | 44 |
| 1980s | 176 |
| 1990s | 268 |
| 2000s | 341 |
| 2010s | 99 |
| 2020s | 104 |
Meaning & origin
Triana is a seldom-used name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1959. It reached its highest popularity in 2006, when it ranked 10,917th. Since 2014, the name has been on a steady upward trajectory, though it remains rare, with a 1 in 200,908 incidence in 2025. While its etymology is debated, the name most likely derives from the Spanish Triana neighborhood in Seville, possibly linked to the Roman emperor Trajan. Its recent rise may be attributed to its melodic sound and resemblance to popular names like Ariana and Brianna, making it an uncommon yet accessible choice.
Triana is likely of Spanish origin, possibly derived from the neighborhood of Triana in Seville, Spain, which itself may trace back to the Roman emperor Trajan (Latin: Traianus). Alternatively, it could be a variant of the Irish name Trian meaning 'third' or a feminine form of the Italian Trian. The name has seen some use in the United States since the mid-20th century, particularly in the 2000s.
“Triana” around the world
Where Triana 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: Tri, Tria, Ana
Variants: Trian, Trianna
Sibling names for Triana
Names that share Triana's style, for a brother or sister.
