Jovana Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Jovana has Slavic origins and means 'God is gracious'. It evolved from historical forms such as Ioanna and Johanna, reflecting a rich linguistic heritage. The name is often associated with positive traits and has gained popularity in Slavic regions, especially in Eastern Europe. There is no direct biblical relevance, but it shares a connection with the name John. Today, Jovana is perceived as a modern name and is linked with notable figures in various fields.
The name Jovana is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West 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, Jovana 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, 'Jovana' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5836th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2616th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2683rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6152nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Jovana' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jovana"
Pronunciation
/joʊˈvɑː.nə/
Origin
Slavic
Etymology
The name Jovana is derived from the Slavic form of the name John, which means 'God is gracious'.
Meaning
God is gracious
Language Evolution
Ioanna, Johanna, Johana, Jovana
Historical Usage
Jovana gained popularity in Slavic countries and has been used since the Middle Ages, particularly in Eastern Europe.
Variants & Derivatives
Jovanka, Jovanna, Joana, Joanne
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Jovana is currently seen as a modern and elegant name, often associated with creativity and strength.
Famous People
Jovana Stojiljković, Serbian actress, Jovana Joksimović, Serbian television presenter
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jovana"
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 "Jovana"
"Jovana" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5836th of 19264 | 135 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2616th of 27321 | 689 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2683rd of 35406 | 977 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 6152nd of 30306 | 239 |
Regional Popularity of "Jovana" 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 "Jovana" by Generation for Female 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) |
- |
77.63% 2704th/3483 |
100.00% 3518th/3518 |
58.23% 2355th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
85.07% 3135th/3685 |
70.15% 3139th/4475 |
45.65% 2371st/5194 |
21.78% 1376th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
56.33% 2581st/4582 |
68.63% 3544th/5164 |
34.38% 2514th/7313 |
24.86% 1855th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
84.54% 5767th/6822 |
75.94% 4766th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jovana"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jovana" 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.