Skip Ancestry navigation Skip to Footer Ancestry Home
  • Home
  • Trees
  • Search
  • Memories
  • DNA
  • Subscribe
  • Cart
  • Sign In
Home
Loading

Trees you own

    Shared with you

      Tree tools

      • My Trees
      • First Name Meanings
      • Last Name Meanings
      • Individual Records Search
      • Family Trees Support
      • Start a New Tree
      • Upload a GEDCOM
      Loading
      • All Collections
      • Census & Voter Lists
      • Birth, Marriage & Death
      • Military
      • Immigration & Travel
      • Public Member Trees
      • Card Catalogue
      • Member Search
      Memories
      Loading
      • Register a kit
      • AncestryDNA® Learning Hub
      • Traits Learning Hub
      • AncestryDNA®
      • AncestryDNA® Support
      Loading
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Academy
      • Community
      • Hire an expert
      • Site Status
      Loading
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Academy
      • Community
      • Hire an expert
      • Site Status
      Discover More Family Names with an Ancestry 14-day Free Trial* 
      • Support Centre
      • About Us
      • Site Map
      • Gift Memberships
        • Ancestry Corporate
        • Fold3.com
        • ForcesWarRecords.com
        • Geneanet.org
        • Newspapers.com
        • ProGenealogists.com
        • RootsWeb.com
      • © 2006-2026 Ancestry
      • Privacy
      • Cookies
      • Terms and Conditions
      • Operated by Ancestry Ireland Unlimited Company
      Group of people

      Meaning of the first name Diana

      Origin

      Greek

      Meaning

      Divine

      Variations

      Dianatha, Indiana, Viridiana
      The name Diana derives its roots from ancient Greek mythology and holds a profound significance. In the Greek pantheon, Diana was known as the goddess of the hunt, the moon, and childbirth. As per Greek folklore, she was believed to be the daughter of Zeus, the king of the gods, and Leto, a Titaness. Diana was revered for her beauty, grace, and noble qualities, ultimately leading to the association of her name with divinity. The name Diana perfectly encapsulates the essence of the goddess, signifying her divine nature and bringing forth a sense of reverence.

      Through the annals of history, the name Diana has emerged as a prominent choice for both historical figures and contemporary individuals alike. In ancient Rome, Diana was worshipped as a goddess, and her name was carried by several noble families. Additionally, the name gained widespread recognition due to the influence of Diana, Princess of Wales, who was known for her philanthropy, grace, and influential status. Today, the name Diana continues to be treasured by many, with modern parents often selecting it for their daughters. Its Greek origins and meaning of divinity lend an air of sophistication and timeless beauty to individuals who bear this illustrious name.

      Based on our records...

      Smith

      Smith

      This is the most common surname associated with Diana.
      John

      John

      This is the most common name of those married to a Diana.
      John

      John

      This is the most common name for a child of a Diana.
      Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. - © Mapbox - © OpenStreetMap - Improve this map

      What are you curious about?

      Ready to learn more about your own family? Here are two ways to begin.
      Start a free trial
      Order AncestryDNA
      calendar.webp
      Based on our records...

      Did you know?

      1948 is when there were the most people born with the first name Diana.

      Explore the origins of another name.