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Name Origin

Diane is a feminine given name of Latin origin, derived from the Roman goddess Diana. Diana was the goddess of the hunt, wild animals, and the moon.

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Famous People

Diane Keaton (1946-)

Actress

  • Academy Award for Best Actress (Annie Hall)
  • Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Motion Picture Musical or Comedy (Annie Hall)
  • BAFTA Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role (Reds)

Diane Sawyer (1945-)

Journalist

  • First woman to solo anchor ABC's World News Tonight
  • Multiple Emmy Awards for her reporting and journalism

Diane Lane (1965-)

Actress

  • Academy Award nomination for Best Actress (Unfaithful)
  • Known for roles in films like 'Man of Steel', 'The Perfect Storm' and 'A Walk in the Clouds'

Diane Arbus (1923-1971)

Photographer

  • Known for her portraits of marginalized and unconventional individuals
  • Her work is featured in major museums worldwide