Rhianna Girl

Popularity: #935 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

Pronunciationree-AN-uh / rɪˈænə

Welsh; Irish

Meaning

Welsh: great queen; Irish: radiant

Historical & Cultural Background

Rhianna is derived from the Welsh name Rhiain, which means 'maiden' or 'young woman.' It has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in the English-speaking world. The name has been associated with strength and femininity, often linked to the concept of a queen. Its usage has been influenced by modern pop culture, notably through the singer Rihanna.

Trend Summary

Rhianna has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, particularly influenced by the fame of singer Rihanna.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Rhianna

International Variants

  • Rhianna (Welsh)
  • Rihanna (English)

Famous people named Rhianna

Rhianna DeVries: An American author recognized for her contributions to contemporary literature.

Fictional characters named Rhianna

Rhianna: A character in the video game series 'The Legend of Zelda,' known for her wisdom and guidance.

Rhianna: A character in the novel 'The Last Witch' by A. M. McPherson, depicted as a powerful sorceress.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Rhianna was first seen in the United States in 1976. Rhianna has ranked as high as #904 nationally, which occurred in 2007, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Rhianna has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Rhianna (2017)

StateBirthsShare
TX 5
50%
CA 5
50%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
197656
197797
197880
197988
198093
198180
198288
198362
198475
198568
198656
198765
198867
198967
199089
1991123
1992121
1993113
1994144
1995146
1996125
1997117
1998233
1999204
2000217
2001195
2002192
2003186
2004160
2005190
2006349
2007495
2008393
2009257
2010163
2011121
201271
201357
201449
201536
201629
201726
201815
201917
202016
202112
202220
202317
202415