Declining since 2018, #10,107 for girls today.
Popularity of Viona since 1902
Babies named Viona per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1920, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Viona's real moment was 1902.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1900s | 25 |
| 1910s | 111 |
| 1920s | 164 |
| 1930s | 101 |
| 1940s | 23 |
| 1950s | 15 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 23 |
| 2010s | 99 |
| 2020s | 50 |
Meaning & origin
Viona is a rare feminine name that first appeared on U.S. records in 1902, but its etymology remains unclear. With a rank of 10,107 in 2025, it is given to roughly 1 in 178,585 newborn girls, and its use has declined since a modest peak in 2018. The name's unusual sound and limited history suggest it may be a modern invention, perhaps inspired by the more familiar Fiona. Despite its obscurity, Viona offers a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name with a soft, lyrical quality.
Viona first appeared in the United States in 1902, but its origins are obscure. It may be a modern coinage, perhaps influenced by the name Fiona (from Irish Gaelic fionn 'white, fair') or a feminine form of the Slavic name Vion. Despite its early debut, the name has never achieved widespread use and remains rare.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Vi, Vee
Sibling names for Viona
Names that share Viona's style, for a brother or sister.
