Etymology & Historical Origin of the Baby Name Liana

Liana developed as a short form for any name that ends in “Liana” such as (but not limited to) Eliana, Juliana and Liliana. The name Liana as an independently given name has been in use among the Italians, Portuguese, Spanish, French and English. It is also popular among Eastern Europeans and Slavs. One might argue that Liana is a cosmopolitan choice for girls. Because Liana spawned as a pet form for several other names, the name itself has no specific etymological meaning. However, a “liana” is also the descriptive word for any type of vine that grows vertically from the ground reaching and entwining the branches of trees and thus forming a shady canopy common to many rainforests.

All About the Baby Name – Liana

Personality

OF THE GIRL NAME LIANA

The number one personality is a leader - strong and competitive. They are willing to initiate action and take risks. One personalities work hard toward their endeavors and have the ability to apply their creative and innovative thinking skills with strong determination. They believe in their ability to succeed and are too stubborn to be hindered by obstacles. Ones meet obstacles head-on with such mental vigor and energy that you better step aside. They resent taking orders, so don't try telling them what to do either. This is an intensely active personality, but they are also known as starters rather than finishers. They have a propensity to become bored and will move quickly to the next project if not properly challenged.  They are the ones to think up and put into action new and brilliant ideas, but they are not the ones to stick around and manage them. This personality has an enthusiastic and pioneering spirit. They are distinctly original.

Popularity

OF THE GIRL NAME LIANA

The name Liana first entered the U.S. female naming charts in 1977 so this would be considered a fairly modern name by most standards. The name showed upwards and downwards momentum on the popularity charts for the first couple of decades, but since 2002 Liana appears to be increasing in usage. Still the name is used with only light moderation and has yet to reach positions of super-popularity or even common familiarity. The name is a simple pet form of such names as Juliana or Liliana but she stands firm on her own. It’s a pleasant enough sounding name with a pretty sensibility. American parents today are selecting Liana as a minimalistic yet attractive sounding name.

Quick Facts

ON LIANA

GENDER:

Girl

ORIGIN:

English

NUMBER OF SYLLABLES:

3

RANKING POPULARITY:

565

PRONUNCIATION:

lee-AN-ah

SIMPLE MEANING:

No meaning

Characteristics

OF LIANA

Independent

Individualistic

Ambitious

Strong-willed

Inventive

Successful

Cultural References to the Baby Name – Liana

Literary Characters

OF THE BABY NAME LIANA

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Childrens Books

ON THE BABY NAME LIANA

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Popular Songs

ON LIANA

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Famous People

NAMED LIANA

Liana Liberato (actress)

Children of Famous People

NAMED LIANA

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Historic Figures

WITH THE NAME LIANA

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