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Diane

Meaning: Divine

About Diane

Diane is a feminine given name of Latin origin. Its most-cited short meaning is “Divine,” a sense that travels well across languages. Related spellings and variants include Diana. Indicative pronunciation: dee-AN. Popular note: French form. When considering Diane, check how it sounds with a surname, everyday nicknames, and spelling confusion across countries.

Origin

Latin

Variants

Diana

Pronunciation

dee-AN

Popularity note

French form

FAQ — Diane

What does the name Diane mean?

Short meaning: Divine. See the long description above for cultural context.

What is the origin of Diane?

Most associated origin: Latin.

Are there variants of Diane?

Related forms: Diana.