Jovanka Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationyo-VAN-ka / jɔˈvaŋkaSlavic; Latin
Meaning
Slavic: 'young'; Latin: 'Jove's gift'
Historical & Cultural Background
Jovanka is a feminine form of the name Jovan, which is derived from the Slavic variant of John. The name has roots in various Slavic cultures, particularly in Eastern Europe. It is often associated with qualities of youth and vitality. In some contexts, it is also linked to the Roman god Jupiter, known as Jove.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jovanka
International Variants
- Giovanna (Italian)
- Ivanka (Bulgarian)
- Yovanka (Bulgarian)
Famous people named Jovanka
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Fictional characters named Jovanka
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jovanka was first seen in the United States in 1967. Jovanka has ranked as high as #1342 nationally, which occurred in 2005, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Jovanka has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jovanka
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1971 | 8 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2005 | 8 |