Find out how popular the first name Dianelys has been for the last 27 years (from 1998 to 2024) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Dianelys by gender

Based on the last 27 years of data, Dianelys is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2024, there were 6 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Dianelys.

The history of the first name Dianelys

The name Dianelys is a feminine Spanish given name that originated in Cuba in the 20th century. It is a combination of the names Diana and Nelys, both of which have roots in ancient Latin and Greek.

Diana was the Roman goddess of the hunt, the moon, and nature. Her name is derived from the Latin word "dius," meaning "divine" or "heavenly." The name Nelys is a variation of the name Nelis, which comes from the Greek word "nelos," meaning "unwavering" or "steadfast."

While there are no known historical references to the name Dianelys in ancient texts or religious scriptures, some of the earliest recorded examples of this name can be found in Cuban birth records from the mid-20th century.

One of the first notable individuals with the name Dianelys was Dianelys Rodriguez, a Cuban volleyball player who competed for the Cuban national team in the 1990s and early 2000s. Another notable Dianelys was Dianelys Carrero, a Cuban judoka who won a bronze medal in the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing.

In the world of entertainment, Dianelys Gonzalez is a Cuban actress and model who has appeared in several telenovelas and films since the early 2000s. Dianelys Sosa is a Cuban singer and songwriter who has released several albums and has been active in the Cuban music scene since the late 1990s.

Another notable individual with this name is Dianelys Alfonso, a Cuban sprinter who specialized in the 100-meter and 200-meter dash events. She represented Cuba in several international competitions, including the Pan American Games and the World Championships, in the early 2000s.

While the name Dianelys is not as common outside of Cuba and Latin American countries, it is a unique and melodic name that combines elements of ancient mythology and modern cultural influences.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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