Vanja Girl

Popularity: — · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

PronunciationVAHN-yah / ˈvɑːnjə

Slavic; Scandinavian

Meaning

Slavic: 'God is gracious'; Scandinavian: 'gift from God'

Historical & Cultural Background

Vanja is a name with Slavic roots, commonly used in countries such as Russia and Serbia. In Scandinavian cultures, it is often considered a diminutive of the name Ivana or Johannes. The name has gained popularity in various regions, reflecting a blend of cultural influences. It is often associated with qualities of grace and kindness.

Trend Summary

Vanja has seen a modest rise in popularity in recent years, particularly in Slavic and Scandinavian regions.

Similar Names

AnyaTanjaKajaZaraMiraLaraDanyaRanya

Variants

  • Vanya

International Variants

  • Vanja (Serbian)
  • Vanya (Russian)
  • Ivana (Slavic)

Famous people named Vanja

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Fictional characters named Vanja

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Sibling Suggestions

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Vanja was first seen in the United States in 2003. Vanja has ranked as high as #1316 nationally, which occurred in 2003, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Vanja has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Vanja

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
20035