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Jahanna

juh-HAN-uh

Letters

7

Syllables

3

Origin

Hebrew

Total Births

189

Peak Year

#20 in 2006

First Recorded

1979

The Story of Jahanna

A name that echoes with divine grace, a promise of kindness and compassionate understanding.

Jahanna is a modern variation of the ancient Hebrew name Johanna, which means 'God is gracious.' It surfaced in the late 1970s, offering a familiar meaning with a refreshed, contemporary sound.

Your daughter, Jahanna, will carry a light of compassion and empathy. This name suits a child whose gracious spirit will touch the lives of others, offering kindness without reservation.

The name Jahanna bestows a heritage of divine favor and gentle spirit, a beautiful assurance of kindness for your child.

Origin · HebrewMeaning · A modern variation of the Hebrew name 'Johanna', meaning 'God is gracious'.Peak · 2006

What It Means

A modern variation of the Hebrew name 'Johanna', meaning 'God is gracious'.

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Numerology

8

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

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Personality Traits

KindCompassionateFriendlyEmpathetic

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