Dian
Girl nameDian has been given to 5,578 babies in the U.S. since 1912. It peaked in 1946.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
5,578
Peak year
1946 (287 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1912
10-year trend
▼ -15%
Gender split
96% girls / 4% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Dian — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Dian.
FAQ
How popular is the name Dian?
Dian has been given to 5,578 babies in the U.S. since 1912. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Dian peak?
Dian peaked in 1946, when 287 babies were given the name.
Is Dian a girl or boy name?
Dian is primarily a girl name (96% of babies named Dian are girls).
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