Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Ariana.
National Rank (2025)
#128
All-Time Peak Rank
#37 (2014)
Total U.S. Births
120,380
Unisex Distribution0.2% Boy / 99.8% GirlBalance: Overwhelmingly Female
💡 The Ariana Vibe: This choice is considered a Modern Trend. A contemporary choice reflecting current cultural naming rhythms and popularity brackets.
📖 The Story Behind Ariana
According to SSA data, Ariana achieved its highest historical rank of #37 in 2014. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 2014 with 5,504 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have decreased by 55.4%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 62 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Ariana scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Declining
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
-55.4% Decline
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record5,504Births in 2014
Years in Top 100
23yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
62Years
Historical VolatilityHighly Volatile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:0
1890s:0
1900s:0
1910s:0
1920s:0
1930s:0
1940s:0
1950s:5
1960s:154
1970s:788
1980s:4,685
1990s:18,864
2000s:38,010
2010s:41,342
2020s:16,532
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesA-ri-a-na
Letter Count6 Letters
Spelling ComplexityModerate
Linguistic Profile Narrative: Longer than 25.7% of SSA names. Starts with A, a letter used by only 10.8% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
Need a middle name or matching choice that pairs cleanly with Ariana? Enter a surname or older sibling name below to test structural meter and syllable cohesion:
BabyNameAnalytics