Ivana Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationee-VAH-nah / iˈvɑːnəSlavic; Latin
Meaning
Slavic: God is gracious; Latin: feminine form of Ivan
Historical & Cultural Background
Ivana is a feminine form of the name Ivan, which is derived from the Hebrew name Yohanan, meaning 'God is gracious.' The name is commonly used in Slavic countries, particularly in the Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Croatia. It has gained popularity in various cultures due to its melodic sound and positive meaning.
Trend Summary
The name Ivana has seen moderate popularity in the United States, particularly among those of Slavic descent.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ivanka
- Ivanna
International Variants
- Ivana (Czech); Ivana (Croatian); Ivana (Slovak)
Famous people named Ivana
Ivana Trump was a Czech-American businesswoman and former model, known for her marriage to Donald Trump.
Ivana Baquero is a Spanish actress, recognized for her role in the film 'Pan's Labyrinth.'.
Ivana Milicevic is an American actress and model, known for her roles in 'Banshee' and 'The Mindy Project.'.
Ivana Spagna is an Italian singer-songwriter, famous for her hit songs in the 1980s and 1990s.
Fictional characters named Ivana
Ivana is a character in the animated series 'The Magic School Bus,' known for her adventurous spirit.
Ivana is a character in the video game 'The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt,' serving as a minor character in the storyline.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ivana was first seen in the United States in 1943. Ivana has ranked as high as #1086 nationally, which occurred in 2010, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Ivana has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ivana (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 45 | |
| CA | 26 | |
| FL | 19 | |
| NY | 13 | |
| NJ | 9 | |
| GA | 9 | |
| CO | 8 | |
| TN | 7 | |
| NC | 6 | |
| WA | 6 | |
| PA | 6 | |
| IN | 6 | |
| VA | 6 | |
| AZ | 5 | |
| OH | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1947 | 7 |
| 1948 | 8 |
| 1950 | 11 |
| 1952 | 6 |
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1956 | 7 |
| 1957 | 7 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1960 | 6 |
| 1961 | 7 |
| 1962 | 9 |
| 1963 | 8 |
| 1964 | 7 |
| 1965 | 10 |
| 1966 | 7 |
| 1967 | 11 |
| 1968 | 16 |
| 1969 | 20 |
| 1970 | 19 |
| 1971 | 27 |
| 1972 | 33 |
| 1973 | 28 |
| 1974 | 35 |
| 1975 | 31 |
| 1976 | 37 |
| 1977 | 33 |
| 1978 | 29 |
| 1979 | 28 |
| 1980 | 35 |
| 1981 | 18 |
| 1982 | 30 |
| 1983 | 19 |
| 1984 | 24 |
| 1985 | 25 |
| 1986 | 46 |
| 1987 | 62 |
| 1988 | 75 |
| 1989 | 108 |
| 1990 | 231 |
| 1991 | 182 |
| 1992 | 225 |
| 1993 | 181 |
| 1994 | 164 |
| 1995 | 167 |
| 1996 | 163 |
| 1997 | 208 |
| 1998 | 207 |
| 1999 | 206 |
| 2000 | 255 |
| 2001 | 176 |
| 2002 | 156 |
| 2003 | 155 |
| 2004 | 154 |
| 2005 | 163 |
| 2006 | 178 |
| 2007 | 239 |
| 2008 | 199 |
| 2009 | 177 |
| 2010 | 266 |
| 2011 | 228 |
| 2012 | 184 |
| 2013 | 184 |
| 2014 | 163 |
| 2015 | 184 |
| 2016 | 209 |
| 2017 | 191 |
| 2018 | 200 |
| 2019 | 211 |
| 2020 | 222 |
| 2021 | 206 |
| 2022 | 231 |
| 2023 | 223 |
| 2024 | 226 |