Oriana
/oh-REEAH-nah/ Italian Female
Meaning & Origin
Oriana is a Italian name meaning "Dawn, gold". The etymology is uncertain, with proposed links to Latin 'aurum' (gold), Old French 'orie' (sunrise), or a possible Basque origin. It's also speculated to be a literary invention.
Quick Facts
Language Italian
Gender Female
Phonetic oh-REEAH-nah
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as oh-REEAH-nah. Keep the original Italian phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Oriana
- · Oriana Fallaci - Journalist and Author
- · Oriana Sabatini - Singer and Actress
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