Meaning, origin, history
The name Jana is of Hebrew origin and means "God is gracious". It is derived from the Hebrew word "hanan", which translates to "gracious" or "merciful".
Jana is a popular name throughout the world, particularly in countries with significant Jewish populations such as Israel, Russia, and Germany. It has been used for centuries, but it gained popularity in the 20th century when many celebrities chose Jana as their stage name.
Some notable people named Jana include Jana Novotná, a former tennis player who won multiple Grand Slam tournaments; Jana Cedeño, a Spanish journalist and television presenter; and Jana Kramer, an American singer-songwriter and actress.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Jana since 1880
Total births
39
Total since 1880
Peak year
1963
9 births
in 1986
7
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
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