Diane
di(a)-ne
US Popularity:5030
Origin:Latin
Meaning:Divine; Valley
Diane is a feminine name of Latin origin. Derived from the word divinus meaning “divine,” this elegant name first became popular in the mid 20th century. Diane is also a French version of “Diana” and an old English surname that evolved from “denu” meaning “valley.” In Roman mythology, Diana was the goddess of the moon and countryside. With so many points of inspiration for baby, Diane is a worthy choice to reflect divinity and nature’s beauty.
Diane Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Diane is currently #1129 on The Bump
Girl:Diane is currently #812 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Diane is currently #5030 in U.S. births
Girl:Diane is currently #2847 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#2847
in 2023
- 620
from 2022
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 124
Name Doctor, Diane
Behind the Name, Diane
House of Names, Diane History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
Britannica, Diana September 2023
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