Tiana
Tiana is an girl name of English, short form of Christiana or Tatiana origin, meaning “Short form of Christiana or Tatiana”.
| Meaning | Short form of Christiana or Tatiana |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | English, short form of Christiana or Tatiana |
| Pronunciation | tee-AH-nah |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic |
| Used in | United States, United Kingdom, Australia |
Meaning and origin of Tiana
Tiana is a modern English name, generally explained as a short form of Christiana or Tatiana, though it is also simply a coinage built on the popular '-ana' ending. Christiana means 'follower of Christ', while Tatiana comes from a Roman family name of uncertain meaning. It came into use in the United States in the later twentieth century. Disney's 2009 film 'The Princess and the Frog', with its heroine Princess Tiana, gave the name a boost, which may lie behind the 'princess' gloss.
Is Tiana a religious name?
Tiana itself has no religious background, though one of its source names, Christiana, refers to being a Christian.
How popular is Tiana?
Moderately used in English-speaking countries, especially the United States.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Tiana mean?
Tiana means 'Short form of Christiana or Tatiana'. It is of English, short form of Christiana or Tatiana origin.
Does Tiana have a religious meaning?
Tiana itself has no religious background, though one of its source names, Christiana, refers to being a Christian.
How do you pronounce Tiana?
Tiana is pronounced tee-AH-nah.
Is Tiana a boy or girl name?
Tiana is usually a girl name.