Cianna
2025 SSA
About Cianna
Cianna is a feminine name with multiple potential origins. It may be a variant of Gianna (Italian feminine form of John, meaning 'God is gracious'), a feminine form of Cian (an Irish name meaning 'ancient' or 'enduring'), or a creative modern formation. The name has a melodic quality with its soft 'c' sound and flowing syllables that make it appealing in contemporary naming trends. While not historically common, Cianna gained modest popularity in the United States during the early 2000s as parents sought names with traditional roots but modern flair. The name is often associated with qualities like gracefulness and creativity. Its cross-cultural appeal makes it work well in diverse communities while remaining distinctive.
Pronounced see-AH-nuh.
As of October 2026, Cianna ranked #2697 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #1197 in 2006.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #2,331 | 79 | 44.2 |
| 2015 | #2,858 | 61 | 34.2 |
| 2016 | #2,544 | 70 | 39.5 |
| 2017 | #2,671 | 65 | 37.6 |
| 2018 | #3,015 | 54 | 31.7 |
| 2019 | #2,291 | 79 | 47.1 |
| 2020 | #2,377 | 74 | 45.8 |
| 2021 | #2,132 | 88 | 53.6 |
| 2022 | #2,452 | 74 | 45.1 |
| 2023 | #2,623 | 67 | 41.8 |
| 2024 | #2,819 | 59 | 36.4 |
| 2025 | #2,697 | 64 | 39.8 |
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