Tiana

“princess”

American origin · Unisex name

♂ 0% boys♀ 100% girls

#608US 2023

489Births / yr

↑Rising

27.4kAll-time births

📅 Since 195000.06% of births at peak

How to pronounce Tiana

TEE·AH·nuh

/ˈtiː.ˈɑ.nə/ · stress on TEE · 3 syllables

“princess”

American origin · Unisex name

What does Tiana mean and where does it come from?

The name Tiana became widely popular in the United States due to Disney's animated movie 'The Princess and the Frog' released in 2009, which featured a character named Tiana who was a hardworking woman aspiring to open her own restaurant. The name has Slavic origins as well, where it can be a diminu

Cultural significance

Tiana has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of princess.

Peak popularity

Reached #267 in 1995 — currently #608 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Tiana?

Tiana works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Tiana Grace

How popular is Tiana right now?

Rising — up 48 spots — currently #608 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1950–2023#608 · Top 0.45%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#608	489	▲ up 48 · +8% births
2022	#656	451	▼ down 2 · -1% births
2021	#654	457	▲ up 38 · +14% births
2020	#692	402	▼ down 89 · -17% births
2015	#603	485	▼ down 272 · -50% births
2010	#331	969	▲ up 123 · +45% births
2005	#454	669	▼ down 107 · -25% births
2000	#347	887	▼ down 80 · -13% births
1995	#267	1,025	▲ up 156 · +71% births
1990	#423	601	▲ up 160 · +79% births
1985	#583	335	▼ down 68 · -11% births
1980	#515	377	▲ up 117 · +53% births
1975	#632	247	▲ up 2199 · +888% births
1970	#2831	25	▼ down 306 · +4% births
1965	#2525	24	—

The story of Tiana

Tiana entered American naming records in 1950 and has been in use for over 74 years. A total of 27,446 babies have received this name. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #4317 in 1950 to #608 in 2023. Tiana is used for both genders: 100% female and 0% male.

Names that peaked alongside Tiana in 1995:

Jessica Ashley Emily Samantha Sarah

Tiana by decade

Tiana peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1950s	49
1960s	205
1970s	1,399
1980s	3,917
1990s ★	8,684
2000s	6,854
2010s	5,936
2020s	402

What are good nicknames for Tiana?

DUTCH

Tineke

ENGLISH

Kiki

NORWEGIAN

Kjersti

ANCIENT ROMAN

Tatianus

What names sound and feel like Tiana?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Tiana also consider these

Tiawna

American · A beloved name

Tianna

American · Derived from the

Tiahna

American · A beloved name

Jiana

American · God is gracious

Riana

American · A variant of

Tityana

American · A modern name

Tiwana

Pakistan · a name associated

Twana

American · one who is

How is Tiana written in other languages?

Gender variants of Tiana

Tatianus ANCIENT ROMAN Kristiyan BULGARIAN Kristijan CROATIAN Krsto CROATIAN Carsten DANISH Christen DANISH Christer DANISH Christian DANISH Karsten DANISH Kresten DANISH Kris DANISH Kristen DANISH Kristian DANISH Chris DUTCH Christiaan DUTCH Chris ENGLISH Christian ENGLISH Kris ENGLISH Kristjan ESTONIAN Kristian FINNISH Christian FRENCH Christian GERMAN Krisztián HUNGARIAN Kristján ICELANDIC Cristiano ITALIAN Christianus LATE ROMAN Kristiāns LATVIAN Kristijonas LITHUANIAN Carsten LOW GERMAN Karsten LOW GERMAN Hristijan MACEDONIAN Kristijan MACEDONIAN Christen NORWEGIAN Christian NORWEGIAN Karsten NORWEGIAN Kristen NORWEGIAN Kristian NORWEGIAN Krystian POLISH Krystyn POLISH Cristiano PORTUGUESE Cristi ROMANIAN Cristian ROMANIAN Kristijan SERBIAN Kristijan SLOVENE Kristjan SLOVENE Cristián SPANISH Christer SWEDISH Christian SWEDISH Krister SWEDISH Kristian SWEDISH Latonya AFRICAN AMERICAN Taneka AFRICAN AMERICAN Tanesha AFRICAN AMERICAN Tanika AFRICAN AMERICAN Taniqua AFRICAN AMERICAN Tanisha AFRICAN AMERICAN Tatius ANCIENT ROMAN Tonya ENGLISH Tatius ROMAN MYTHOLOGY Christos THEOLOGY

Common questions about the name Tiana

What does the name Tiana mean?

Tiana means "princess" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Tiana?

Tiana is currently ranked #608 as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Tiana?

Tiana originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Tiana?

Tiana is a three-syllable name pronounced T IY1 AA1 N AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Tiana?

Tiana pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.