Oriana
Oriana is a girl name of Spanish or Latin, uncertain origin, meaning “Usually linked to gold or the dawn”.
| Meaning | Usually linked to gold or the dawn |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Spanish or Latin, uncertain |
| Pronunciation | or-ee-AH-nah |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Italy, Spain, Venezuela, United States |
Meaning and origin of Oriana
Oriana first appears as the heroine of the medieval Iberian romance Amadis de Gaula, beloved of the knight Amadis. Its source is debated: some derive it from Latin aurum 'gold' or French or 'gold', others from Latin oriri 'to rise', the root of 'orient' and so a link with sunrise. Elizabethan poets used Oriana as a poetic name for Queen Elizabeth I. The journalist Oriana Fallaci is a well-known modern bearer.
Is Oriana a religious name?
Oriana is a literary name with no religious origin, used across Christian Europe and beyond.
How popular is Oriana?
Used steadily in Italy, Spain and Latin America, and occasionally in English-speaking countries.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Oriana mean?
Oriana means 'Usually linked to gold or the dawn'. It is of Spanish or Latin, uncertain origin.
Does Oriana have a religious meaning?
Oriana is a literary name with no religious origin, used across Christian Europe and beyond.
How do you pronounce Oriana?
Oriana is pronounced or-ee-AH-nah.
Is Oriana a boy or girl name?
Oriana is usually a girl name.