Diana

Associated with the Roman goddess Diana in classical tradition.

Diana is a classic feminine given name with strong roots in the Latin and Roman classical world. In Roman mythology, Diana is a major goddess figure, and that mythological association is a central reason the name feels established and recognizable across many languages. Because it comes from classical tradition, the name’s meaning is often presented through its cultural association rather than a single simple modern gloss. Some references connect it to ideas of the divine or the heavens in older Latin/Indo-European discussions, but everyday usage usually leans on the Roman-mythology context as the clearest frame. Pronunciation varies by region: in English you’ll often hear dy-AN-uh, while some speakers prefer dee-AN-uh. A practical tip is to state your preferred pronunciation once; most people will follow it immediately.

Etymology: A classical name from Latin tradition; in Roman mythology, Diana is a major goddess figure, which strongly shapes the name’s cultural associations.