Yana
Yana: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈjɑː.nə/
Meaning and origin of Yana
- A female given name from the Slavic languages. A romanization of the Bulgarian or Russian or Ukrainian name Я́на (Jána).
Etymology
Cognate to English Jane, ultimately from Hebrew, feminine form of Ioannes ( =John).
How popular is Yana?
Since 1880, 2,670 girls in the U.S. have been named Yana. Its highest rank for girls was #1759 in 1956. In 2025, 75 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Yana FAQ
What does the name Yana mean?
A female given name from the Slavic languages. A romanization of the Bulgarian or Russian or Ukrainian name Я́на (Jána). Cognate to English Jane, ultimately from Hebrew, feminine form of Ioannes ( =John).
What is the origin of the name Yana?
Yana is listed as a name of Slavic origin.
How popular is the name Yana?
Since 1880, 2,670 girls in the U.S. have been named Yana. Its highest rank for girls was #1759 in 1956. In 2025, 75 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Yana a boy or girl name?
Yana is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 2,670 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.