Iyanni Girl
Origin(s)
Greek; African
Meaning
God is gracious (Greek); a form of the name Yani (African)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Greek culture, Iyanni is derived from the name Ioannis, which is a variant of John, often associated with grace and favor. In various African cultures, Iyanni can be linked to names like Yani, which signifies a connection to the divine or spiritual grace. The name reflects a blend of cultural significance, emphasizing themes of grace and divinity across different traditions.
Trend Summary
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Variants
- Ianni
- Yanni
International Variants
- Ioanna (Greek)
- Yana (Slavic)
Famous people named Iyanni
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Fictional characters named Iyanni
Iyanni — original character in a fantasy novel.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Iyanni was first seen in the United States in 2000. Iyanni has ranked as high as #1351 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has no trending data available at the state level. In the past 5 years the name Iyanni has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
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Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Iyanni
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2024 | 9 |