Find out how popular the first name Atiana has been for the last 32 years (from 1992 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Atiana by gender

Based on the last 32 years of data, Atiana is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 23 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Atiana.

The history of the first name Atiana

The name Atiana is a variant of the French name Anatienne, which itself is derived from the Ancient Greek name Anatolios. Anatolios has its roots in the Greek word "anatolē," meaning "sunrise" or "east." This suggests that the name may have originated in regions where Greek culture had a significant influence, particularly in the eastern Mediterranean or Middle East.

The earliest recorded instances of the name Atiana can be traced back to the late medieval period in France and Italy. It was likely a feminized version of male names like Anatolio or Anatolius, which were relatively common among Byzantine Greeks and early Christians living in those regions.

One of the earliest known historical figures with the name Atiana was Atiana de Porhoët, a 13th-century French noblewoman from Brittany. Records indicate she was born around 1220 and played a role in negotiating a peace treaty between rival noble families in her region.

In the 16th century, an Italian woman named Atiana Malaspina gained notoriety as a patron of the arts and a powerful political figure in the Republic of Genoa. She was born in 1512 and used her wealth and influence to support Renaissance artists and writers.

During the Renaissance period, the name also appeared in literature, such as the play "La Celestina" by Fernando de Rojas, where a character named Atiana is mentioned.

Another notable historical figure was Atiana Girard, a 17th-century French painter and engraver born in 1638. She was one of the few female artists of her time to achieve recognition and have her works displayed in the Royal Academy of Painting and Sculpture in Paris.

In the 18th century, Atiana Mikhaylovna Volkonskaya, a Russian noble born in 1754, was known for her philanthropy and support of education. She established several schools and charitable organizations in her home region.

While the name Atiana has remained relatively uncommon throughout history, these examples demonstrate its presence across different cultures and time periods, often associated with individuals of notable social standing or artistic achievements.

Data source

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