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Yoanna

yoh-AHN-ah

Yoanna is a girl’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Feminine form of John, derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan meaning 'God is gracious'.”. It currently ranks #13384 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2007.

Letters6
Syllables3
OriginHebrew

What Yoanna Means

Feminine form of John, derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan meaning 'God is gracious'.

The Story of Yoanna

This name, a graceful echo of devotion, carries the promise of divine favor, waiting to grace your daughter's life.

Yoanna is a feminine form of John, rooted in the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious.' This name's lineage traces back through Greek (Ioanna) and Latin (Johanna), spreading across Europe with Christianity. It has been carried by royalty, saints, and scholars, maintaining its essence of divine favor through centuries and diverse cultures.

Saying 'Yoanna' aloud feels like a gentle declaration of grace. It’s a name that carries a soft strength, suggesting a daughter who will approach the world with kindness and compassion. You can already feel the warmth in her smile, the intelligence in her eyes, the gentle way she’ll connect with others.

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Numerology

1

The Leader

Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.

Personality Traits

GracefulKindCompassionateIntelligent

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Peak Year

#37 in 2007

Total Births

665

First Recorded

1980

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