girl name · Slavic origin
Ivana
/ ee-VAH-nah /
Meaning
Ivana means God is gracious (Slavic).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Slavic
Pronunciation
ee-VAH-nah
Popularity
#1102 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Ivana in the US, 1880–2025
Ivana first appears in US records in 1943. It peaked in 2010, when 266 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 217.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Ivana mean?
Ivana is the Slavic feminine of John, “God is gracious.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ivana mean?
Ivana means God is gracious. Ivana is the Slavic feminine of John, “God is gracious.”
What is the origin of the name Ivana?
Ivana is of Slavic origin.
How do you pronounce Ivana?
Ivana is pronounced “ee-VAH-nah.”
Is Ivana a boy or a girl name?
Ivana is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Ivana?
In 2025, Ivana ranked #1102 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Ivana most popular?
Ivana was most popular in 2010, when about 266 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.