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Niana

nee-AH-na

Niana is a girl’s name of Irish origin, meaning “A lyrical female name with varied origins, Niana can be linked to Irish mythology as a name associated with dancing, or to Latin as a variation of 'Anna' meaning 'grace'.”. It currently ranks #13051 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2019.

Letters5
Syllables3
OriginIrish

What Niana Means

A lyrical female name with varied origins, Niana can be linked to Irish mythology as a name associated with dancing, or to Latin as a variation of 'Anna' meaning 'grace'.

The Story of Niana

Imagine a name that dances on the breeze, a melody that has echoed through myths of Ireland and grace notes of the Latin tongue.

Niana weaves together threads from ancient Ireland, where it carries associations with vibrant dancing and spirited movement. It also shares roots with the Latin name Anna, bestowing a sense of profound 'grace' upon your daughter.

When you say Niana, it feels like a gentle, joyful rhythm. This name is for your daughter whose spirit you imagine will be filled with artistic flair and a graceful way of moving through the world, bringing light and melody to all she encounters.

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Numerology

5

The Adventurer

Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.

Personality Traits

GracefulJoyfulArtisticMelodious

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Peak Year

#24 in 2019

Total Births

285

First Recorded

1992

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