Darianna
Of Persian origin, meaning "possessor of wealth or fortune".
Name Census estimates that about 1,237 living Americans carry the first name Darianna. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Darianna today is around 15 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Darianna births was 2013 (64 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Darianna. 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.
Key insights
- • Darianna is a relatively new arrival in the SSA data. The average bearer is just 15 years old, meaning it gained most of its traction in the last two decades.
People living today
1.2K
~ 1 in 277,085 Americans
Peak year
2013
64 babies that year
Average age
15
years old
2024 SSA rank
#3,759
Tracked since 1989
Popularity
Darianna: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Darianna from the 1980s through to the 2020s, spanning 5 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 519 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Darianna remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Darianna 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 Darianna during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Dariannas live
The SSA's state-level files cover 9 states and territories. Texas, California, Florida recorded the most babies named Darianna, while Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Louisiana recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 52 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Darianna
The name Darianna is believed to have its origins in the Persian language, where it is derived from the word "Dara," which means "wealthy" or "prosperous." The name's earliest known use can be traced back to ancient Persia, where it was likely used as a name for girls born into affluent families.
In the 7th century, during the Islamic conquest of Persia, the name Darianna gained popularity among Persian Muslims. It is mentioned in several historical records and texts from this period, particularly in regions that are now part of modern-day Iran and Afghanistan.
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Darianna can be found in the writings of the renowned Persian poet and scholar, Ferdowsi, who lived from 940 to 1020 AD. In his epic poem, the Shahnameh, Ferdowsi mentions a character named Darianna, though little is known about the significance of this character in the work.
In the 12th century, a notable Persian woman named Darianna lived in the city of Nishapur, which was then a center of learning and culture. She was a renowned calligrapher and artist, and her works were highly praised by her contemporaries.
During the Safavid Dynasty in Persia (1501-1736), the name Darianna gained further prominence. One of the most famous individuals with this name was Darianna Begum, a princess and poet who lived in the 16th century. Her poetry and literary works were celebrated throughout the Persian-speaking world.
Another notable figure was Darianna Khanum, a 19th-century Persian painter and calligrapher. Her works were highly regarded for their intricate details and vibrant colors, and she was celebrated as one of the most talented female artists of her time.
In the 20th century, the name Darianna continued to be used in Persian-speaking communities, though it remained relatively uncommon. One notable individual was Darianna Forouhar, an Iranian activist and writer who fought for human rights and democracy in Iran. She was tragically assassinated in 1998 for her political activities.
While the name Darianna has its roots in Persian culture, it has since spread to other parts of the world, particularly in Western countries. However, its meaning and historical significance remain closely tied to its Persian origins.
People
Darianna + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Darianna as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with D
Other first names starting with D with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Darianna: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Darianna?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 1,237 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Darianna 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 277,085 US residents.
Is Darianna a common name?
We classify Darianna as "Rare". It ranks above 91.4% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 1,252 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Darianna most popular?
The single biggest year for Darianna was 2013, when 64 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Darianna is about 15 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Darianna a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Darianna 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.