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Ariadna
GirlSpanish, Greek· “most holy (form of Ariadne)”
- Meaning
- most holy (form of Ariadne)
- Origin
- Spanish, Greek
- Pronunciation
- ah-ree-AHD-nah
- Syllables
- 3
- US rank 2025
- #1,417
- US babies 2025
- 153
- Best rank
- #1,109 (2021)
- Peak year
- 2021
Meaning and origin of Ariadna
Ariadna is a Spanish and Greek name that is usually said to mean “most holy (form of Ariadne)”.
In Greek mythology Ariadne was the Cretan princess who gave Theseus a thread to find his way out of the Minotaur's labyrinth, and Ariadna is her name in Spanish, Catalan and Russian. The name is often explained as 'most holy', from Cretan Greek elements, though that reading is not entirely certain. Ariadna has a graceful, cultured sound and is well established in Spain and Latin America. It links a child to one of mythology's cleverest heroines while remaining easy to pronounce. Ari and Adna are simple nicknames.
Popularity over time
Ariadna first appears in US Social Security records in 1964. It has never ranked in the national top 1,000, which keeps it genuinely uncommon. Its best national rank was #1,109 in 2021, the same year it reached its highest count of 223 babies. In 2025, 153 babies were named Ariadna, and it ranked #1,417 nationally. Its use has been fairly steady over the past decade.
Its national rank moved from #7,461 in 1980, #2,143 in 2000, #1,946 in 2010, and #1,417 in 2025. Of the 4,028 US girls named Ariadna since records began, 32% were born in the 2010s, its biggest decade. The 2000s come next, with 1,188 babies.
Other girls' names that peaked around the same time include Kamilla, Hensley, Avyanna, Lianna, and Aylah.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Ariadna ranked highest in Tennessee, Texas, and California.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | #899 | 7 |
| Texas | #920 | 31 |
| California | #942 | 30 |
| Illinois | #1028 | 8 |
| New Jersey | #1053 | 6 |
Gender, sound and spelling
In the US it is used almost only for girls.
Ariadna is usually pronounced ah-ree-AHD-nah, with three syllables. It has seven letters, starts with A and ends in “-na”.
Middle names for Ariadna
A few middle names that flow with Ariadna: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Ariadna
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ariadna mean?
Ariadna is a Spanish and Greek name that is usually said to mean “most holy (form of Ariadne)”.
What is the origin of the name Ariadna?
Ariadna has Spanish and Greek roots. In Greek mythology Ariadne was the Cretan princess who gave Theseus a thread to find his way out of the Minotaur's labyrinth, and Ariadna is her name in Spanish, Catalan and Russian.
Is Ariadna a popular name?
Not especially. Ariadna ranked #1,417 in the US in 2025, which puts it outside the top 1,000.
Is Ariadna a boy or girl name?
Ariadna is mainly a girl's name. In the US it is used almost only for girls.
How do you pronounce Ariadna?
Ariadna is usually pronounced ah-ree-AHD-nah. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings