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Fabiana
Pronounced fah-bee-AH-nah /fΙ.biΛΙ.nΙ/High
Meaning: Feminine of Fabian, from the Roman family name Fabius, traditionally derived from faba, 'bean'High
Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880βpresent). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Fabiana is the feminine of Fabianus, a derivative of Fabius β one of ancient Rome's most powerful patrician clans, whose name tradition derives from faba, the broad bean their ancestors supposedly farmed. St. Fabian, a third-century pope chosen (legend says) when a dove landed on his head, carried the masculine name into the Christian calendar.
Fabiana flourishes today in Italy, Brazil, Argentina, and across the Spanish-speaking world, with Fabiola as a glamorous cousin. In the U.S. it is rare β an import with espresso elegance and the easy nicknames Fabi and Ana.
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Fabiana Claudino (1985-)Brazilian volleyball player and two-time Olympic gold medalist
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Fabiana Murer (1981-)Brazilian pole vaulter and world champion
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Fabiana Karla (1976-)Brazilian comedian and actress
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Fabiana mean?
Fabiana is the feminine of Fabian, from the Roman clan Fabius, traditionally derived from faba, 'bean' β hence 'bean grower'.
How do you pronounce Fabiana?
It's said fah-bee-AH-nah /fΙ.biΛΙ.nΙ/ β four syllables, stress on the third.
Is Fabiana a boy or girl name?
Fabiana is a girl's name; Fabian is the masculine form.
How popular is Fabiana?
Fabiana is rare in the U.S. and well loved in Italy and Latin America.