"God is gracious"
Origin: Hebrew via Slavic
Language: Slavic
Ivana
Pronunciation: [ ihv-AHN-uh ]
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Meaning & Origin
"gift of God"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
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- Strongly associated with Ivana Trump, first wife of Donald Trump
The Story of Ivana
Ivana is the Slavic feminine form of Ivan, itself the Slavic form of John, which traces back through Greek Ioannes to Hebrew Yohanan, meaning God is gracious. The name has been common across Slavic countries for centuries and carries the same deep religious resonance as its masculine counterpart.
Ivana was most popular in Western countries during the 1980s and early 1990s, largely due to Ivana Trump, the Czech-born first wife of Donald Trump who was a prominent figure in New York society.
In Croatia, Czech Republic, Slovakia, and other Slavic countries, Ivana is a traditional feminine name celebrating St. John's feast day. It carries centuries of religious and cultural heritage in Eastern Europe.
Historical Record
Ivana first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 7,804 babies have been named Ivana in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Ivana is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #1,088 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Ivana Day is celebrated on June 24 across Slavic countries
- The name is the feminine form of the most common male name in Eastern Orthodox tradition
Ivana in Other Languages
Czech
Ivana
Italian
Ivana
Croatian
Ivana
Japanese
イヴァナ
Bulgarian
Ивана
Popularity Over Time
#1,088
Current Rank
Hidden Gem
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Ivana
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Ivana Spanovic
Athlete
1990
Serbian long jumper and Olympic bronze medalist
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Ivana Trump
Business
1949
Czech-American businesswoman and first wife of Donald Trump, prominent in 1980s New York society
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #1,088
- Total SSA Count
- 226
- Cultural Origins
- Czech Slovak Croatian Serbian Bulgarian Italian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Iva
Vana
Ivanka
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ivana
What does the name Ivana mean?
"God is gracious" (from Hebrew via Slavic). "gift of God" (from Hebrew). Ivana is the Slavic feminine form of Ivan, itself the Slavic form of John, which traces back through Greek Ioannes to Hebrew Yohanan, meaning God is gracious. The name has been common across Slavic countries for centuries and carries the same deep religious resonance as its masculine counterpart.
What is the origin of the name Ivana?
Ivana has Hebrew via Slavic, Hebrew, Czech, Slovak, Croatian, Serbian, Bulgarian, and Italian origins. In Hebrew via Slavic, it means "God is gracious". In Hebrew, it means "gift of God".
Is Ivana a boy or girl name?
Ivana is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Ivana?
Ivana is pronounced ihv-AHN-uh.
How popular is the name Ivana?
Ivana is currently ranked #1088 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Ivana?
Common nicknames for Ivana include Iva, Vana, and Ivanka.
What are good middle names for Ivana?
Popular middle name pairings include Ivana Marie, Ivana Rose, Ivana Elena, Ivana Sofia, Ivana Lucia, and Ivana Alexandra.
What are good sibling names for Ivana?
Names that pair well with Ivana as siblings include Natasha, Dmitri, Milan, Katya, Boris, and Vera.
How many syllables does Ivana have?
Ivana has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Ivana a common or rare name?
Ivana is an uncommon name, ranked #1088 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Ivana
Ivana is a girl name with Czech, Slovak, Croatian, Serbian, Bulgarian, and Italian origins . The name means "God is gracious" in Hebrew via Slavic .
Ivana is currently ranked #1,088 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Ivana has 3 syllables and is pronounced ihv-AHN-uh, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Ivana include Iva, Vana, and Ivanka. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Ivana include Ivanna, Ivanka . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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