Ariana
Ariana is the Italian form of the female given name Ariana.
Ariana is used as a female given name.
Meaning: female given name (name)
Which one should you use?
While Ariana is the standard way to refer to the person by name, you can use Signorina Ariana to address her specifically as a young lady in a formal manner.
Did you know?
- If an Italian speaks of il filo di Arianna, they are using a metaphor for a clue or a solution to a complex problem, referring to the thread used in the Labyrinth.
- The name Ariana is closely linked to the Italian word ariano, which refers to Arianism, an early Christian heresy regarding the nature of Jesus.
- In Italian mythology and literature, Arianna is usually spelled with two 'n's, referring to the daughter of King Minos who helped Theseus escape the Labyrinth.
Examples in context
- Buongiorno, Ariana. Come posso aiutarla oggi?Good morning, Ariana. How can I assist you today?
- Ariana è una ragazza molto simpatica.Ariana is a very nice girl.
- Ho incontrato Ariana ieri sera.I met Ariana yesterday evening.
- Ti piace il nome Ariana?Do you like the name Ariana?
Example conversation
Two friends are discussing a person they know at a cafe.
- MartinaHai visto Ariana oggi?Did you see Ariana today?
- AlessandroNo, non l'ho vista.No, I haven't seen her.
- MartinaAriana è arrivata in ritardo.Ariana arrived late.
- AlessandroÈ il solito comportamento.That is her usual behavior.