Definition: The word "Andriana" comes from the Greek word for "queen." It's a feminine noun, referring to a queen or princess who ruled over a land or kingdom during ancient Greece and Rome. The noun had several different meanings depending on the context:
1.
Queen
: A king's wife, usually a noblewoman.
2.
Chieftainess
: The leader of a nobility or military organization in medieval European societies.
3.
Lady
: In Latin cultures, a person who was not married but still held titles and responsibilities.
4.
Sirene
: A person born into wealth or influence.
The word "Andriana" is often used metaphorically to represent a woman who has been chosen by her husband for a high rank within a family.