Kiana: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced kee-AH-nuh · 3 syllables
Kiana means “long, distant, lasting”, from Polynesian and English.
Borrowed from Hawaiian Kiana, itself from English Diana. Also used as a modern feminine form of Kian.
- Meaning
- long, distant, lasting
- Origin
- Polynesian, English
- Pronunciation
- kee-AH-nuh
- US rank (2025)
- #743
- US babies a year
- about 431 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 1990
How popular is Kiana?
Kiana was the #743 name in the US in 2025, given to 366 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 1990.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #743 |
| England & Wales | #655 |
| Scotland | #370 |
| Northern Ireland | #397 |
| Canada | #315 |
| Australia | #337 |
How old are people named Kiana?
Half of US adults named Kiana are older than 30; most are between 19 and 48. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
Names like Kiana
Chosen by the same families or with a similar style and era.
Questions about Kiana
What does the name Kiana mean?
Kiana means “long, distant, lasting”. It comes from Polynesian and English.
How do you pronounce Kiana?
Kiana is pronounced kee-AH-nuh.
How popular is the name Kiana?
Kiana was the #743 name in the US in 2025, given to 366 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 1990.
How old are people named Kiana?
Half of US adults named Kiana are older than 30. Most are between 19 and 48.