Vanna Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationVAH-nah / ˈvænəItalian; Slavic
Meaning
Italian: 'God is gracious'; Slavic: 'gift'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Vanna has roots in both Italian and Slavic cultures. In Italian, it is often considered a diminutive of Giovanna, which means 'God is gracious'. In Slavic contexts, it can be associated with the meaning of 'gift'. The name has gained some popularity in various regions, particularly among those with Italian heritage.
Trend Summary
The name Vanna has seen limited popularity in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Vanny
International Variants
- Vanna (Italian)
- Vanja (Slavic)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Vanna was first seen in the United States in 1982. Vanna has ranked as high as #1137 nationally, which occurred in 1987, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Vanna has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Vanna (1991)
State | Births | Share |
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CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1982 | 6 |
1985 | 7 |
1986 | 11 |
1987 | 14 |
1988 | 6 |
1989 | 9 |
1991 | 6 |