Диа́на
Diánafeminine
The English name Diana is translated into Russian as Диа́на (Diána). Wiktionary also lists Дайа́на (Dajána).
Meaning: female given name (name)
Ways to say it
| Russian | Romanization (Wiktionary) | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Диа́на | Diána | feminine |
| Дайа́на | Dajána | feminine |
Диа́на is a feminine given name. Variations of the name exist, such as the diminutive Дианочка, which adds a friendly and affectionate touch and Дианушка, which uses the suffix -ушка.
Which one should you use?
Диа́на is the standard form, while Дайа́на is an alternative spelling. In certain areas of Russia, the variation Даяна is also used.
Is it said differently in some regions?
The name Даяна is a variation used in certain areas of Russia.
How do you pronounce it?
Diána
Did you know?
- Russian speakers rarely use the name Диа́на in a formal setting without adding a patronymic, which is a name derived from the father's given name.
- Russian has a complex system of diminutives, and for Диа́на, a very close friend might use the rare short form Ди́на, which is technically a separate name.
- In Russian culture, the name Диа́на is often associated with the Roman goddess of the hunt, which gives the name a connotation of strength and independence.
Examples in context
- Меня зовут Диа́на.Menya zovut Diana.My name is Diana.
- Диа́на сейчас в магазине.Diana seychas v magazine.Diana is at the store right now.
- Это моя подруга Диа́на.Eto moya podruga Diana.This is my friend Diana.
Example conversation
Dmitry and Ekaterina are talking about a mutual friend at a cafe.
- Дмитрий DmitryТы видела Диа́ну сегодня?Ty videla Dianu segodnya?Did you see Diana today?
- Екатерина EkaterinaНет, я не встречала её.Net, ya ne vstrechala yeyo.No, I haven't met her.
- Дмитрий DmitryДиа́на обещала нам позвонить.Diana obeshchala nam pozvonit'.Diana promised to call us.
- Екатерина EkaterinaМожет быть, она занята.Mozhet byt', ona zanyata.Maybe she is busy.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “diana” translations, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
