Pure, beloved, or grace
Kariana is a modern elaboration of Karen or Kara, likely influenced by the suffix -iana. It combines the Greek roots for 'pure' with the Latin-derived 'grace' or 'beloved' associations found in names like Anna or Ariana.
About 9 girls were named Kariana in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
