Gracious, queenly, or a small king
Riana is a multi-cultural name with several possible roots. In Welsh, it is often considered a diminutive of Rhiannon, meaning 'great queen.' In Arabic contexts, it is associated with the word Rayyan, meaning 'luxuriant' or 'gates of heaven,' while in some Germanic traditions, it serves as a feminine form of Ryan, meaning 'little king.'
About 25 girls were named Riana in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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