All about the name

Juana

Female

« Juana is a Spanish name meaning 'God is gracious', derived from Hebrew Johanna and popularized by Queen Juana I of Castile. »

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Meaning, origin, history

Juana is a name of Spanish origin that means "God is gracious." It is derived from the Hebrew name Johanna, which was popularized by Queen Juana I of Castile in the late fifteenth century. The name has been used in Spain and Latin America for centuries and remains popular today.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Juana since 1880

Total births
18,384
Total since 1880
Peak year
1994
265 births
in 2023
196
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
+75%
vs previous 5 years