Ariauna
A feminine name of unknown origin, perhaps combining elements of "aria" and "auna".
Name Census estimates that about 394 living Americans carry the first name Ariauna. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Ariauna today is around 20 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Ariauna births was 2004 (25 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Ariauna. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
394
~ 1 in 869,935 Americans
Peak year
2004
25 babies that year
Average age
20
years old
2023 SSA rank
#15,420
Tracked since 1993
Popularity
Ariauna: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Ariauna from the 1990s through to the 2020s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 208 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2000s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Ariauna by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Ariauna during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Ariaunas live
Origin
Meaning and history of Ariauna
The name Ariauna is a relatively modern name that does not have a definitive origin or meaning. It is believed to be a variation or combination of the names Ariana and Shauna, both of which have roots in different cultures and languages.
The name Ariana is derived from the Greek word "Ariane," which means "most holy" or "very holy." It has its origins in ancient Greek mythology, where Ariadne was the daughter of King Minos of Crete. Ariadne is known for helping Theseus navigate the labyrinth and defeat the Minotaur. The name Ariana was later adopted by various cultures and became particularly popular in the Middle East and Central Asia.
On the other hand, the name Shauna is of Irish origin and is derived from the Gaelic word "Siobhán," which means "God is gracious." It gained popularity in Ireland and later spread to other parts of the world through Irish immigrants and descendants.
The combination of these two names, Ariauna, is a relatively recent development, likely created by parents who wanted a unique and melodic name for their child. While there are no definitive historical records or references to the name Ariauna itself, it draws from the cultural and linguistic roots of its component names.
It is worth noting that there are a few notable individuals who have carried variations of this name throughout history, although none with the exact spelling of Ariauna. For example, Ariadne was a prominent figure in Greek mythology, as mentioned earlier. Additionally, there was an Italian Renaissance painter named Ariadne Barbault (1505-1570), who was known for her portraits and religious works.
Another notable figure was Ariadna Shengelaya (1888-1975), a Georgian operatic soprano who performed in various operas across Europe in the early 20th century. Ariadna Efron (1912-1975) was a Russian-born American ballet dancer and choreographer who worked with renowned companies like the American Ballet Theatre.
While the name Ariauna itself does not have a long historical lineage, it draws from the rich cultural and linguistic heritage of its component names, Ariana and Shauna. Its unique blend of Greek and Irish roots makes it a distinctive and modern choice for parents seeking a name with a touch of tradition and a hint of originality.
People
Ariauna + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Ariauna as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with A
Other first names starting with A with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Ariauna: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Ariauna?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 394 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Ariauna going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 869,935 US residents.
Is Ariauna a common name?
We classify Ariauna as "Very Rare". It ranks above 82.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 400 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Ariauna most popular?
The single biggest year for Ariauna was 2004, when 25 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Ariauna is about 20 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Ariauna a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Ariauna in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.