Iana Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationYAH-nah / /ˈjɑː.nə/Slavic; Hebrew
Meaning
Slavic: 'God is gracious'; Hebrew: 'gift from God'
Historical & Cultural Background
Iana is a feminine name with roots in Slavic languages, often associated with grace and divine favor. In Hebrew contexts, it reflects a spiritual significance, emphasizing the idea of a gift. The name has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in Eastern Europe and among Hebrew-speaking communities. Its variations and derivatives can be found across different languages.
Trend Summary
The name Iana has seen a modest rise in popularity in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Yana
- Ianna
International Variants
- Iana (Russian)
- Yana (Bulgarian)
- Ianna (Italian)
Famous people named Iana
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Fictional characters named Iana
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Iana was first seen in the United States in 1970. Iana has ranked as high as #1317 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Iana has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Iana (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 8 | |
| CA | 6 | |
| TX | 6 | |
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1979 | 9 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 16 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 12 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1994 | 11 |
| 1995 | 9 |
| 1996 | 9 |
| 1997 | 15 |
| 1998 | 21 |
| 1999 | 17 |
| 2000 | 16 |
| 2001 | 22 |
| 2002 | 20 |
| 2003 | 25 |
| 2004 | 16 |
| 2005 | 23 |
| 2006 | 32 |
| 2007 | 28 |
| 2008 | 22 |
| 2009 | 29 |
| 2010 | 24 |
| 2011 | 28 |
| 2012 | 20 |
| 2013 | 20 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 15 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2017 | 14 |
| 2018 | 17 |
| 2019 | 22 |
| 2020 | 14 |
| 2021 | 9 |
| 2022 | 17 |
| 2023 | 59 |
| 2024 | 32 |