Star of the sea; grace
A combination of the names Maria and Ana, or a feminine form of the Roman family name Marianus. It carries the dual heritage of the Latin 'stella maris' (star of the sea) and the Hebrew 'channah' (grace).
About 1,192 girls were named Mariana in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Queen of Portugal as the wife of King Joseph I
Spanish liberal heroine and martyr
American actress known for True Blood
Two-time Olympic gold medalist in BMX racing
Character in William Shakespeare's play Measure for Measure · Measure for Measure
Main character in the TV series The Fosters and Good Trouble · The Fosters
The same feel as Mariana — far less common.
Hidden gems that stand out.