Liana Name Meaning

Helen Doanna

By Helen Doanna

Lastest Updated July 9, 2024
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Fact: Liana appears in several works of fiction, adding a literary flair to its charm. Notably, it is the name of a character in the “Liana’s World” children’s book series.

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A Deep Dive

Liana Overview

Meaning

To twine around, bound, wrapped up, youth, God answered me

Gender

Girl

Origin

French

Etymology

Derived from the French word “liane,” meaning “to climb like a vine”​

Religion

Christianity

Pronunciation

/liˈænə/

Popularity

Liana enjoys usage across various countries, including France, Germany, and Switzerland. In the USA, Liana ranked as the 479th most popular name for girls in 2023​ (Nameberry)​​ (Nameberry)​.

Syllable

2 syllables

Length

5 letters

Numerology

1 (Pioneering, Independent, Leading)

Name Styles

Exotic, Cool, Modern, Religious and Spiritual

Associated Traits

Elegant, artistic, nurturing, independent

Spiritual, Religious, or Cultural Significance

Liana is often associated with growth and beauty, symbolizing the natural elegance of a climbing vine.

Name Day

October 21st (Estonia), July 20th (Latvia)​
A Deep Dive

Liana Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Eliana, Liliana, Leanna, Lianna, Juliana

Common Nicknames

Lia, Ana, Li, Lili

Diminutives

Lani, Nia, Lala, Ann

Famous People

  • Liana Liberato
    (American Actress)
  • Liana Bridges
    (British Actress)
  • Liana Kanelli
    (Greek Journalist and Politician)
  • Liana Orfei
    (Italian Actress and Circus Performer)

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • Liana
    ("Barbie and the Diamond Castle," Animated Film)
  • "Liana's Song"
    (Album)
  • Liana
    ("The Princess and the Pea," TV Series)

Places

  • Finca Liana Móstoles Park
    (Madrid, Spain)
  • Liana Forest
    (Amazonas, Brazil)

What Is the Meaning of Liana?

Liana means “to climb like a vine” and symbolizes growth and adaptability. Individuals with the name Liana are known for their flexibility, resilience, and nurturing spirit.

What Is the Origin of The Name Liana?

Liana originates from the Latin word “ligare,” which means “to bind” or “to tie.” In French, “liane” refers to a type of climbing vine, symbolizing growth and resilience. The name also links to the Hebrew name Eliana, which translates to “God has answered,”

Liana Name Popularity

Popularity Chart of the Name Liana in the U.S. over the Years

United States flagUnited States#4092021#4482022#4792023
Top 3 Rankings#4092021#4482022#4622020

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Liana

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
2023479
(-31 from 2022)
638
(-60 from 2022)
0.03647
2022448
(-39 from 2021)
698
(-76 from 2021)
0.03893
2021409
(+53 from 2020)
774
(+106 from 2020)
0.04320
2020462
(+4 from 2019)
668
(-2 from 2019)
0.03779
2019466
(+21 from 2018)
670
(+24 from 2018)
0.03651
2018487
(+11 from 2017)
646
(+18 from 2017)
0.03474
2017498
(-32 from 2016)
628
(-56 from 2016)
0.03324
2016466
(+59 from 2015)
684
(+87 from 2015)
0.03533
2015525
(+56 from 2014)
597
(+74 from 2014)
0.03060
2014581
(-16 from 2013)
523
(+9 from 2013)
0.02673
2013565
(-20 from 2012)
514
(-31 from 2012)
0.02666
2012545
(-82 from 2011)
545
(-99 from 2011)
0.02810
2011463
(+63 from 2010)
644
(+90 from 2010)
0.03324
2010526
(+59 from 2009)
554
(+34 from 2009)
0.02826
2009585
(+14 from 2008)
520
(+7 from 2008)
0.02568
2008599
(+85 from 2007)
513
(+85 from 2007)
0.02463
2007684
(+36 from 2006)
428
(+37 from 2006)
0.02022
2006720
(-7 from 2005)
391
(+8 from 2005)
0.01870
2005713
(+6 from 2004)
383
(+13 from 2004)
0.01887
2004719
(+11 from 2003)
370
(+20 from 2003)
0.01834
2003730
(+40 from 2002)
350
(+37 from 2002)
0.01744
2002770
(+127 from 2001)
313
(+60 from 2001)
0.01585
2001897
(-89 from 2000)
253
(-28 from 2000)
0.01277
2000808
(+56 from 1999)
281
(+32 from 1999)
0.01408
1999864
(-71 from 1998)
249
(-21 from 1998)
0.01279
1998793
(+38 from 1997)
270
(+21 from 1997)
0.01393
1997831
(+108 from 1996)
249
(+43 from 1996)
0.01304
1996939
(-142 from 1995)
206
(-43 from 1995)
0.01074
1995797
(-6 from 1994)
249
(-9 from 1994)
0.01296
1994791
(+53 from 1993)
258
(+26 from 1993)
0.01323
1993844
(-96 from 1992)
232
(-51 from 1992)
0.01177
1992748
(+85 from 1991)
283
(+39 from 1991)
0.01412
1991833
(-34 from 1990)
244
(-7 from 1990)
0.01200
1990799
(-61 from 1989)
251
(-15 from 1989)
0.01222
1989738
(+130 from 1988)
266
(+63 from 1988)
0.01335
1988868
(+41 from 1987)
203
(+20 from 1987)
0.01056
1987909
(-23 from 1986)
183
(-3 from 1986)
0.00976
1986886
(+151 from 1985)
186
(+41 from 1985)
0.01008
19851037
(-107 from 1984)
145
(-13 from 1984)
0.00785
1984930
(-70 from 1983)
158
(-19 from 1983)
0.00876
1983860
(+156 from 1982)
177
(+32 from 1982)
0.00989
19821016
(+77 from 1981)
145
(+18 from 1981)
0.00799
19811093
(-98 from 1980)
127
(-20 from 1980)
0.00710
1980995
(-72 from 1979)
147
(-12 from 1979)
0.00826
1979923
(-4 from 1978)
159
(+5 from 1978)
0.00923
1978919
(-101 from 1977)
154
(-29 from 1977)
0.00937
1977818
(+389 from 1976)
183
(+89 from 1976)
0.01112
19761207
(-80 from 1975)
94
(-9 from 1975)
0.00598
19751127
(+59 from 1974)
103
(+9 from 1974)
0.00660
19741186
(+127 from 1973)
94
(+17 from 1973)
0.00600
19731313
(-77 from 1972)
77
(-8 from 1972)
0.00495
19721236
(-42 from 1971)
85
(-10 from 1971)
0.00527
19711194
(+84 from 1970)
95
(+10 from 1970)
0.00542
19701278
(-212 from 1969)
85
(-21 from 1969)
0.00464
19691066
(-58 from 1968)
106
No change from 1968
0.00601
19681008
(+316 from 1967)
106
(+38 from 1967)
0.00620
19671324
(+191 from 1966)
68
(+14 from 1966)
0.00396
19661515
(+60 from 1965)
54
(+4 from 1965)
0.00308
19651575
(+35 from 1964)
50
No change from 1964
0.00274
19641610
(-208 from 1963)
50
(-13 from 1963)
0.00255
19631402
(+270 from 1962)
63
(+17 from 1962)
0.00317
19621672
(-206 from 1961)
46
(-12 from 1961)
0.00227
19611466
(+421 from 1960)
58
(+22 from 1960)
0.00279
19601887
(-190 from 1959)
36
(-6 from 1959)
0.00173
19591697
(+160 from 1958)
42
(+7 from 1958)
0.00202
19581857
(+71 from 1957)
35
(+3 from 1957)
0.00169
19571928
(-380 from 1956)
32
(-15 from 1956)
0.00153
19561548
(+476 from 1955)
47
(+19 from 1955)
0.00228
19552024
(-519 from 1954)
28
(-17 from 1954)
0.00140
19541505
(+81 from 1953)
45
(+7 from 1953)
0.00226
19531586
(-81 from 1952)
38
(-3 from 1952)
0.00197
19521505
(+132 from 1951)
41
(+7 from 1951)
0.00216
19511637
(+274 from 1950)
34
(+9 from 1950)
0.00184
19501911
(+102 from 1949)
25
(+2 from 1949)
0.00142
19492013
(-193 from 1948)
23
(-4 from 1948)
0.00131
19481820
(+534 from 1947)
27
(+9 from 1947)
0.00155
19472354
(-201 from 1946)
18
(-1 from 1946)
0.00099
19462153
(+589 from 1945)
19
(+8 from 1945)
0.00118
19452742
(-646 from 1944)
11
(-6 from 1944)
0.00082
19442096
(+944 from 1943)
17
(+7 from 1943)
0.00124
19433040
(+1085 from 1942)
10
(+4 from 1942)
0.00070
19424125
(-1457 from 1941)
6
(-5 from 1941)
0.00043
19412668
(-370 from 1940)
11
(-2 from 1940)
0.00088
19402298
(+1906 from 1935)
13
(+8 from 1935)
0.00110
19390
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0.0000
19380
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0.0000
19370
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0
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0.0000
19360
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0
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0.0000
19354204
(-151 from 1929)
5
(-1 from 1929)
0.00046
19340
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19330
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19320
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0
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0.0000
19310
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0
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0.0000
19300
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19294053
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6
First SSA data recorded
0.00052
19280
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19270
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0
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0.0000
19260
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0
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19250
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0
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19240
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19230
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19220
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19210
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19200
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19190
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19140
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19120
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19100
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19090
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19080
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American States Popularity Rankings for Liana

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#2802021#3182022#3132023

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#2072021#2172022#2532023

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#4842021#4792022#5782023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#2602021#3432022#3362023

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#1862021#1992022#2112023

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#3182021#2982022#2872023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#5972021#3432022#4052023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#3952021#5412022#6682023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#2962021#3762022#3902023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#6812021#4252022#3802023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#4512021#6652022#5662023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#6412021#5872022#6902023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#3002021#5542022#4252023

Connecticut (CT)

Connecticut (CT) flagConnecticut (CT)#1522021#4072022#2082023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#5392021#7362022#6322023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#5452021#5092022#6162023

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#3272021#5402022#3772023

Hawaii (HI)

Hawaii (HI) flagHawaii (HI)#2112015#2572016#2382017

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#6052021#5492022#6472023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#4972021#4982022#5182023

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#6092020#6412021#7762022

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#3712021#5092022#6712023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#6502021#10292022#8662023

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#8302020#9482021#12722022

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#8012018#7272020#6692021

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#7492021#5342022#6672023

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#6072017#4702020#4022023

New Mexico (NM)

New Mexico (NM) flagNew Mexico (NM)#4652014#4042017#3762021

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#6572018#6402019#6452020

Utah (UT)

Utah (UT) flagUtah (UT)#6322020#6732021#5742022

Rhode Island (RI)

Rhode Island (RI) flagRhode Island (RI)#1722016#2222021#1992022

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#6412016#4542020#8112022

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#6072019#6942021#8012022

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#8432015#6912020#7742023

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#8852016#9052019#9222021

District of Columbia (DC)

District of Columbia (DC) flagDistrict of Columbia (DC)#1532021#2002023

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#4812005#6422020

Nebraska (NE)

Nebraska (NE) flagNebraska (NE)#4612010#3942021

Maine (ME)

Maine (ME) flagMaine (ME)#2441986

New Hampshire (NH)

New Hampshire (NH) flagNew Hampshire (NH)#2562011

Popularity Rankings for Liana in other Countries and American Territories

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)

Popularity in Slovakia

Slovakia flagSlovakia#472009#492012

Popularity in Switzerland

Switzerland flagSwitzerland#882020#722021#672022

Popularity in Germany

Germany flagGermany#982021#742022#852023

Popularity in Quebec, Canada

Quebec, Canada flagQuebec, Canada#1502020#902021#822022

Popularity in Austria

Austria flagAustria#1432020#1112021#982022

Popularity in Russia (Moscow)

Russia (Moscow) flagRussia (Moscow)#1072021#1392022#1202023

Popularity in Belgium

Belgium flagBelgium#1992013#1662022

Popularity in Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico flagPuerto Rico#1712020#1852021#1762023

Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#2382021#1912022#4132023

Popularity in Norway

Norway flagNorway#2212021#2552022#2112023

Popularity in Sweden

Sweden flagSweden#2282022#2812023

Popularity in New Zealand

New Zealand flagNew Zealand#3762011#2612020#3632021

Popularity in Poland

Poland flagPoland#3342021#2882022#3622023

Popularity in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland flagNorthern Ireland#4392008#4322017#3972020

Popularity in England and Wales

England and Wales flagEngland and Wales#5192019#4302020#4832021

Popularity in Scotland

Scotland flagScotland#4731984#4582010#4552015

Popularity in Ireland

Ireland flagIreland#5442020#6612021#4952023

Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources

Is Liana a Name for Boys or Girls?

Usually, Liana is a feminine name, cherished for its graceful and delicate nature. It brings to mind images of beauty and strength intertwined.

Variants, Nicknames, Diminutives, and Ideal Middle Names for Liana

Liana in Famous People Names, Pop Culture, and Places

  • Liana Liberato (Actress, born 1995): An American actress who has appeared in numerous films and television series, earning critical acclaim for her performances.
  • Liana Bridges (Actress, born 1969): A British actress and television presenter who gained fame for her work on children's television.
  • Liana Kanelli (Journalist and Politician, born 1954): A Greek journalist and politician who has been a prominent figure in Greek media and politics.
  • Liana Orfei (Actress and Circus Performer, born 1937): An Italian actress and circus performer who became famous for her roles in Italian cinema during the 1960s.
  • Liana Sandalina (Model, born 1988): A Brazilian model who has graced the covers of various international fashion magazines.
  • Liana Baroni (Poet, 1932–2016): An Italian poet whose works are celebrated for their lyrical beauty and depth.
  • Liana Burgess (Translator, 1929–2007): An Italian translator best known for her translations of English literature into Italian.
  • Liana ("Barbie and the Diamond Castle," 2008 Animated Film): A young girl who embarks on a journey to find a magical castle with her best friend.
  • "Liana's Song" (2017 Album): An album that tells the story of a heroine's journey through enchanting melodies.
  • Liana ("The Princess and the Pea," 2002 TV Series): A character in a modern retelling of the classic fairy tale.
  • "Liana's Adventure" (2019 Novel): A novel about a girl's quest to uncover ancient secrets and save her homeland.
  • "Quest for Liana" (2015 Video Game): A role-playing game where players guide Liana through a series of challenges in a mythical world.
  • "Liana's Legacy" (2021 Film): A sci-fi film where Liana is a scientist fighting to save humanity from extinction.
  • Liana Street (Hawaii, USA): A residential street located in the vibrant city of Honolulu.
  • Liana Park (Madrid, Spain): A local park offering green spaces and recreational facilities.
  • Liana Lake (Alaska, USA): A picturesque lake surrounded by beautiful natural scenery.
  • Liana Bay (Queensland, Australia): A scenic bay with stunning coastal views and marine activities.
  • Liana River (British Columbia, Canada): A river offering opportunities for fishing and kayaking in a pristine natural setting.
  • Liana Forest (Amazonas, Brazil): A dense forest known for its rich biodiversity and endemic species.
  • Liana Valley (California, USA): A scenic valley with lush landscapes and diverse wildlife.

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As I wrap up my journey with Liana, remember to embrace the elegance it brings. See you next time for more delightful names!
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