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Alternatives to Gianna

  1. Quianna

    • Description:

      Quianna appears to be a modern created name that may have several possible origins. It could be a variation of names like Kianna, Kiana, or Qiana. Kiana has Hawaiian roots meaning 'divine' or can be a feminine form of Kian (of Irish origin). Qiana was a silk-like nylon fabric popular in the 1970s that inspired some parents. The 'Qui-' prefix might also relate to names of Latin origin where 'qui' means 'who.' The name shows usage patterns primarily beginning in the 1970s and 1980s in the United States. Quianna exemplifies the trend toward melodic-sounding names with distinctive spellings that emerged during this period. The name has remained relatively uncommon but has consistent usage in contemporary records.
  2. Ria

    • Origin:

      Spanish

    • Meaning:

      "small river"

    • Description:

      Short and feminine, Ria has a rhythmic flow.
  3. Rianna

    • Description:

      Rianna is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. Most commonly, it's considered a variant of Rhianna or Rhiannon, names with Welsh origins—Rhiannon being a figure in Welsh mythology associated with horses and birds, meaning 'great queen' or 'divine queen.' Alternatively, it could be a variation of Riana, which has Sanskrit roots meaning 'sweet singer.' The name gained moderate recognition particularly after the rise of singer Rihanna, though this spelling variant maintains its own distinct identity. Rianna offers a melodic quality that works well internationally, being relatively straightforward to pronounce across languages. While never reaching top popularity charts, the name has maintained steady usage since the 1990s, appealing to parents seeking a name that sounds contemporary yet has traditional roots.
  4. Rihanna

    • Origin:

      Arabic

    • Meaning:

      "sweet basil"

    • Description:

      Many will associate Rihanna with the Barbados-born singer, known mononymously by her middle name. During her early years of fame, when "Umbrella" was on the radio and "Take a Bow" was playing through the iPod Shuffle, the name shot up the charts in the US, UK, France, and Puerto Rico. Though the name did fall out of the charts as rapidly as it entered and while some parents might feel it is way too tied to the mid-2000s, Rihanna was given to 165 babies in 2023.
  5. Sienna

    • Origin:

      Italian color name

    • Meaning:

      "orange red"

    • Description:

      Sienna has been a Top 100 choice in England & Wales since 2005, the year after Sienna Miller's acting breakthrough in the hit movies Alfie and Layer Cake. In the US, it also got a big boost in the early noughties, before dropping slightly then rebounding to reach an all-time high in 2022.
  6. Siobhan

    • Origin:

      Irish Gaelic

    • Meaning:

      "god is gracious"

    • Description:

      Siobhan is the Irish variation of Joan, which is derived from the ancient Anglo-Norman name Jehanne. In this way Siobhan is indirectly related to the name Sinead—the Irish form of Jeannette, which also derived from Jehanne—although Sinead is not a nickname for Siobhan. Siobhan was the name of several early Irish queens and was introduced to the American public by the actress Siobhan McKenna.
  7. Tia

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of names ending -tia

    • Description:

      A short, bright name which originates as a short form of names including Tiana, and Tatiana. Not as popular as Mia – a plus if you're seeking a short and pretty but less common name. In Spanish and Portuguese tía/tia is a word meaning "aunt". In Haida culture in indigenous Canada, Tia is a goddess of peaceful death.
  8. Tiana

    • Origin:

      Slavic

    • Meaning:

      "fairy queen"

    • Description:

      Tiana gained a lot of popularity after Disney bestowed this pretty name upon its first African-American princess. Although it has declined in usage over recent years, Tiana’s connections to dainty Tatiana, Christiana and Bastiana should see it in continued usage for a while to come. Read more about Tiana and other Disney Princess Names in our featured blog.
  9. Urbanna

    • Description:

      Urbanna is a feminine name derived from Latin roots, specifically connected to Urban, which means 'of the city' or 'refined and elegant.' This elaborated feminine form adds a distinctive double 'n' and final 'a' to create a more flowing, feminine version of the masculine Urban. While quite rare in usage, the name has historical connections to place names, including Urbanna, Virginia, a historic port town established in the 17th century. The name carries connotations of sophistication, civilization, and cosmopolitan qualities. Despite its relative obscurity as a personal name, Urbanna offers an unusual option for parents seeking names with classical roots and an elegant sound that connects to themes of refinement and culture.

  10. Viola

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "violet"

    • Description:

      Viola has plenty of positive elements going for it: the rhythm of the musical instrument, the association with the flower, the trending 'Vi' beginning and its leading role in Shakespeare's Twelfth Night. With a touch of international flair, it also avoids the violent/Violet some parents have.
  11. Wanda

    • Origin:

      Slavic or German

    • Meaning:

      "shepherdess; wanderer"

    • Description:

      Rarely heard, and when it is, usually attached to a witch. Historically, though, Wanda was a legendary eighth century queen of Poland, and in literature it is the central character of Ouida's eponymous novel Wanda. A musical namesake is the great Polish harpsichordist Wanda Landowska.
  12. Wanna

    • Description:

      Wanna is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a shortened form of names like Juanita, Wanda, or Giovanna, or it could be derived from Native American languages where it has various meanings including "firefly" in some contexts. The name has occasionally appeared in the United States throughout the 20th century but has never been common. Wanna has a simple, direct quality with its two syllables and straightforward pronunciation. While some may associate it with the casual contraction of "want to," as a given name it has its own distinct heritage. The name has a vintage quality, having peaked in usage during the early to mid-1900s.

  13. Yolanda

    • Origin:

      Spanish from Greek

    • Meaning:

      "violet flower"

    • Description:

      Bold and distinctive, Yolanda is a floral name that doesn't sound frilly or delicate. Ultimately deriving from the Greek words ioles meaning "violet" and anthos meaning "flower", it appears in a variety of forms internationally, including Jolanda, Jolanta, Iolanthe, Iolanta, Iolanda, and Jolana.
  14. Zariah

    • Origin:

      Arabic, Hebrew, Russian

    • Meaning:

      "flower, God has helped, dawn"

    • Description:

      Zariah has three possible origins: the Arabic Zahrah which means ‘flower’, the Hebrew name Azariah, meaning ‘God has helped’, or the Russian word Zaria which means ‘sunrise/dawn’. Either way, it's a strong and striking name with a range of lovely meanings.
  15. Zianna

    • Description:

      Zianna is a modern feminine name that has gained modest popularity in recent decades. Though its precise origins are unclear, it likely developed as a creative variation combining elements of names like Ziana, Dianna, or Gianna. Some suggest it may blend 'Z' (conveying energy and uniqueness) with the ending 'anna' (meaning 'grace' in Hebrew). The name has a contemporary feel with its distinctive initial 'Z' while maintaining a melodic, feminine quality. Zianna began appearing on American naming charts in the early 2000s but remains relatively uncommon, appealing to parents seeking something distinctive yet accessible. Its cross-cultural appeal and musical sound contribute to its growing usage across diverse communities.