Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ivana is a feminine name of Slavic origin, derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious.' It has evolved through various languages and forms, retaining its meaning throughout. It gained popularity in the 20th century in Slavic regions, and today it is perceived as elegant and sophisticated. The name is associated with notable figures such as Ivana Trump and Ivana Baquero.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ɪˈvɑː.nə/
Origin
Slavic
Etymology
Ivana is a feminine form of the name Ivan, which is derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious.'
Meaning
God is gracious
Language Evolution
Yochanan (Hebrew), Ioannis (Greek), Johannes (Latin), Ivan (Slavic), Ivana (Slavic)
Historical Usage
The name Ivana gained popularity in Slavic regions during the 20th century, particularly in the countries of former Yugoslavia.
Variants & Derivatives
Ivanka, Ivanka, Ivone, Ivana
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Ivana is viewed as a graceful and elegant name, often associated with strong, independent women.
Famous People
Ivana Trump, Ivana Baquero, Ivana Chubbuck
📊 Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 266 peak births in 2010
Geographic Spread
Popular across 27 US states, with strongest presence in Arizona
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 9204th of 9204 | 5 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 5373rd of 12526 | 99 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2886th of 19264 | 399 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1393rd of 27321 | 1,720 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1170th of 35406 | 3,151 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1195th of 30306 | 2,450 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
85.33% 2972nd/3483 |
- |
55.39% 2240th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
45.35% 1671st/3685 |
20.83% 932nd/4475 |
27.55% 1431st/5194 |
19.47% 1230th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
32.63% 1495th/4582 |
18.36% 948th/5164 |
16.74% 1224th/7313 |
13.19% 984th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
42.17% 1680th/3984 |
24.94% 1119th/4487 |
16.92% 1154th/6822 |
16.41% 1030th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Arizona across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 9204th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5373rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2886th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1393rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1170th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1195th out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.