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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Italian form of Ariadne, ultimately 'most holy'
- Origin
- Italian (from Ancient Greek Ariadne)
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- ah-ree-AH-nah
Arianna is pronounced ah-ree-AH-nah, the Italian form of Ariadne, tracing back to Ancient Greek and carrying the meaning 'most holy.' It has a storybook, romantic quality while still reading as a classic choice for a girl. If you like a name with old-world roots and a soft, flowing sound, Arianna fits that description.
Meaning & Origin of Arianna
Meaning: Italian form of Ariadne, ultimately 'most holy'.
Origin: Italian (from Ancient Greek Ariadne).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Arianna
ah-ree-AH-nahIPA /ɑːriˈɑːnə/
Popularity of Arianna
Arianna reached its peak popularity in 2014 at #40, when 5,274 baby girls were given the name; by 2024 it had settled to #195, with 1,562 girls named Arianna that year.
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These names share Arianna’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
What does the name Arianna mean?
Italian form of Ariadne, ultimately ‘most holy’. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Arianna?
Arianna is pronounced ah-ree-AH-nah (IPA: /ɑːriˈɑːnə/).
Is Arianna a popular name right now?
Arianna peaked at #40 in 2014 and is ranked #195 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1963–2024.)
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