Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Jana has Slavic origins and means 'God is gracious.' It evolved from the name Jan and has historical roots in the Hebrew name Yochanan. The name reflects traits of grace and kindness, with no direct biblical relevance. Jana saw a rise in popularity in the 20th century, especially in Slavic regions, and is currently viewed as a modern and elegant choice.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒɑːnə/
Origin
Slavic
Etymology
The name Jana is derived from the Slavic name Jan, which itself is a variant of the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious.'
Meaning
God is gracious
Language Evolution
Jan, Yochanan, Jana
Historical Usage
Jana gained popularity in various Slavic countries during the 20th century and has remained a common name in regions with Slavic heritage.
Variants & Derivatives
Jan, Yana, Janelle
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jana is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with grace and kindness.
Famous People
Jana Novotná - Czech professional tennis player, Jana Kramer - American actress and country music singer
📊 Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 1,457 peak births in 1961
Geographic Spread
Popular across 49 US states, with strongest presence in Utah
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 7013th of 7552 | 9 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 8221st of 10718 | 16 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 13072nd of 16616 | 14 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 5270th of 9107 | 45 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1046th of 9204 | 917 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 323rd of 12526 | 14,357 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 273rd of 19264 | 15,540 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 456th of 27321 | 8,447 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1011th of 35406 | 3,814 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1080th of 30306 | 2,884 |
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) |
46.83% 724th/1546 |
75.06% 1168th/1556 |
46.49% 1094th/2353 |
48.80% 755th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
12.26% 273rd/2227 |
26.13% 635th/2430 |
11.08% 316th/2853 |
8.76% 243rd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
9.06% 266th/2937 |
14.47% 504th/3483 |
6.96% 245th/3518 |
5.86% 237th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
11.07% 408th/3685 |
15.37% 688th/4475 |
6.85% 356th/5194 |
8.30% 524th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
18.73% 858th/4582 |
18.59% 960th/5164 |
12.99% 950th/7313 |
18.57% 1386th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
23.54% 938th/3984 |
17.34% 778th/4487 |
17.25% 1177th/6822 |
19.66% 1234th/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 Utah across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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 too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, falling 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 Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7013th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8221st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 13072nd out of 16616 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5270th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1046th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 323rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 273rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 456th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1011th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1080th out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.