Jana Name Meaning, Origin & Gender
Jana is listed in our database as a girl name of Irish origin. Its recorded meaning is “Feminine form of John: God is gracious”.
Jana Name at a Glance
| Name | Jana |
|---|---|
| Meaning | Feminine form of John: God is gracious. |
| Origin | Irish |
| Gender | Girl |
What Does the Name Jana Mean?
According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Jana means “Feminine form of John: God is gracious”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.
Jana Name Origin
Our database records Jana under Irish origin. Browse more Irish baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.
Is Jana a Boy or Girl Name?
In our database, Jana is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.
Choosing the Name Jana
When considering Jana for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.
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