Jeanna Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jeanna is a feminine name with Hebrew origins, meaning 'God is gracious'. It evolved from Yochanah through various forms, including Johanna and Joanna, before taking its modern shape in English. The name is associated with gracefulness and has a classic charm. It does not have significant biblical relevance. Jeanna saw increased popularity in the 20th century and is viewed positively in contemporary culture.
The name Jeanna is most popular in Indiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jeanna has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Jeanna' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 9107th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4250th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1085th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 690th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1116th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3192nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6191st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Jeanna' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jeanna"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒiːənə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Jeanna is derived from the Hebrew name Yochanah, which means 'God is gracious'. It is often considered a feminine form of the name John.
Meaning
God is gracious
Language Evolution
Yochanah (Hebrew), Johanna (Latin), Joanna (English), Jeanna (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Jeanna gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a variant of Joanna.
Variants & Derivatives
Jeanne, Joanna, Joanne, Jeana
Modern Popularity & Image
Jeanna is perceived as a classic and elegant name, though it is less common today than it was in previous decades.
Famous People
Jeanna Fine (adult film actress), Jeanna Taylor (American artist)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jeanna"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Jeanna"
"Jeanna" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 9107th of 9107 | 5 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 4250th of 9204 | 81 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1085th of 12526 | 1,704 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 690th of 19264 | 3,650 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1116th of 27321 | 2,407 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3192nd of 35406 | 778 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 6191st of 30306 | 237 |
Regional Popularity of "Jeanna" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Jeanna" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
38.84% 865th/2227 |
67.00% 1628th/2430 |
35.40% 1010th/2853 |
42.45% 1178th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
19.31% 567th/2937 |
25.44% 886th/3483 |
18.93% 666th/3518 |
19.49% 788th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
23.93% 882nd/3685 |
25.14% 1125th/4475 |
23.89% 1241st/5194 |
22.43% 1417th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
74.53% 3415th/4582 |
51.28% 2648th/5164 |
48.94% 3579th/7313 |
49.07% 3662nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
84.54% 5767th/6822 |
94.39% 5924th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jeanna"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jeanna" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.