Diane

Meaning of Diane

It comes from the Roman goddess Diana, who was associated with the moon, hunting, and wild animals. The name basically means 'divine' or 'heavenly'.

Diane has Latin roots — browse every Latin baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Diane

After ranking as high as #712 in 2000, Diane has fallen out of the US top 1,000 as of 2025.

Notable people named Diane

• Diane Keaton
  Oscar-winning actress, director, producer
• Diane Sawyer
  Renowned broadcast journalist, news anchor
• Diane von Fürstenberg
  Iconic fashion designer, businesswoman
• Diane Lane
  Acclaimed film actress
• Diane Kruger
  German actress, former model

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Questions about the name Diane

What does the name Diane mean?

Diane means it comes from the roman goddess diana, who was associated with the moon, hunting, and wild animals. the name basically means 'divine' or 'heavenly', and it comes from Latin origins.

Is Diane a boy's or a girl's name?

Diane is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Diane?

Diane did not appear in the top 1,000 baby names in 2025, which makes it a genuinely uncommon pick.

When was Diane most popular?

Diane peaked at #712 in 2000.