Liana is a distinctive girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #930 in 2000 with 23 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 150 births ranking #297. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 17.9%. In 2000, approximately 1 in every 11,877 girls born was named Liana. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Liana is a graceful, flowing name often linked with the image of a climbing vine. It feels elegant and naturally feminine.
The name gained favour partly because it sounds botanical and romantic, and partly because it sits close to longer classics such as Eliana and Juliana. That mix gives it both freshness and familiarity.