Diana
girl name#244 in 2025Diana entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #42 in 1946, ranks #244 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#244
rank today
#42
peak (1946)
1,277
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #656 |
| 1890s | #633 |
| 1900s | #597 |
| 1910s | #507 |
| 1920s | #385 |
| 1930s | #206 |
| 1940s | #64 |
| 1950s | #51 |
| 1960s | #64 |
| 1970s | #94 |
| 1980s | #80 |
| 1990s | #99 |
| 2000s | #115 |
| 2010s | #241 |
| 2020s | #236 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Diana has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 314,000 people named Diana are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Diana alive today was born around 1963, making them about 62 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Diana in 2025?
- Diana ranks #244 among US girl names in 2025, with 1,277 babies given the name.
- When was the name Diana most popular?
- Diana peaked in 1946, reaching #42 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Diana with classmates?
- Diana will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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