UK girl's name
Quiana
An African name of uncertain meaning but possibly related to quiana, meaning "queen.".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2012. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Quiana is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Quiana popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2012 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5876, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1996, with 5 births.
This profile covers 18 England and Wales registrations across 5 recorded years from 1996 to 2012. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 60% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 18 living people in the UK are called Quiana. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2013 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Quiana ranked #5876 for girls in England and Wales in 2012, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1996, when 5 girls were registered as Quiana.
- • About 18 living people in the UK are estimated to have Quiana as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5876
2012
Births in 2012
3
Latest year
Peak year
1996
5 births
Estimated living
18
2026
Meaning
What does Quiana mean?
The name Quiana is a modern feminine name that emerged in the late 20th century. Its origins are not entirely clear, but it is believed to be a blend of the names Quiana and Diana, or a variation of the name Chiana. Some sources suggest that it may have been inspired by the Spanish word "quiana," which means "woman" or "lady."
While the name Quiana does not have a long historical lineage, it has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly in the United States. It is often associated with African American culture, but it has also been embraced by individuals of various ethnic backgrounds.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Quiana dates back to the 1980s. However, there are no significant historical references or famous figures from ancient times bearing this name, as it is a relatively modern creation.
Among the notable individuals who have borne the name Quiana are:
1. Quiana Chavis (born 1985), an American professional basketball player. 2. Quiana Grant (born 1988), an American track and field athlete specializing in the 800 meters. 3. Quiana Burroughs (born 1993), an American professional wrestler better known by her ring name, Toni Storm. 4. Quiana Parkin (born 1989), an Australian singer-songwriter and musician. 5. Quiana Cullen (born 1981), an American author and motivational speaker.
It is worth noting that while the name Quiana has gained popularity in recent years, it is still considered relatively uncommon. Its unique sound and blend of potential influences make it an intriguing choice for parents seeking a distinctive and modern name for their child.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Quiana over time
The chart below shows babies named Quiana registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2012. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Quiana, the clearest high point is 1996. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2012, compared with 5 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Quiana by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Quiana was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #5876 | 3 | 1 |
| 2000s | #5373 | 6 | 2 |
| 1990s | #2954 | 9 | 2 |
Related
Names similar to Quiana
- Quinn 2,139
- Queenie 298
- Queen 120
- Qirat 66
- Qamar 60
- Qudsia 48
- Quincy 47
- Qudsiyah 28
- Qaylah 24
- Quratulain 24
- Quorra 18
- Quin 16
FAQ
Quiana: questions and answers
How popular is the name Quiana in the UK right now?
In 2012, Quiana was ranked #5876 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Quiana most popular?
The peak year on record was 1996, with 5 babies registered as Quiana in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Quiana?
An African name of uncertain meaning but possibly related to quiana, meaning "queen.".
How many people are called Quiana in the UK?
A total of 18 babies have been registered as Quiana across the 5 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.