girl name · Slavic origin
Yana
/ YAH-nah /
Meaning
Yana means God is gracious (Slavic).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Slavic
Pronunciation
YAH-nah
Popularity
#2409 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Yana in the US, 1880–2025
Yana first appears in US records in 1955. It peaked in 2024, when 106 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 75.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Yana mean?
Yana is a Slavic form of Jane/Joanna, “God is gracious.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Yana mean?
Yana means God is gracious. Yana is a Slavic form of Jane/Joanna, “God is gracious.”
What is the origin of the name Yana?
Yana is of Slavic origin.
How do you pronounce Yana?
Yana is pronounced “YAH-nah.”
Is Yana a boy or a girl name?
Yana is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Yana?
In 2025, Yana ranked #2409 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Yana most popular?
Yana was most popular in 2024, when about 106 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.