Jana — Baby Name Meaning and Origin
Jana is a feminine name with various origins. In Hebrew, it means 'grace' or 'gift from God'. In Sanskrit, it means 'people' or 'community'. Jana is a name that represents kindness, generosity, and a strong sense of community.
Jana
Meaning of Jana:
Jana is a feminine name with various origins. In Hebrew, it means 'grace' or 'gift from God'. In Sanskrit, it means 'people' or 'community'. Jana is a name that represents kindness, generosity, and a strong sense of community. If you choose the name Jana for your daughter, you are giving her a name that reflects her compassionate nature and her ability to bring people together. Jana is a beautiful name with a powerful meaning that will resonate throughout your daughter's life.
- Gender: Girl
- Origin: Persian, Hebrew, Sanskrit
- US popularity: In 2022, 213 newborns in the United States were named Jana (Social Security Administration data). Recorded peak: 1961 with 1459 babies.
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What does the name Jana mean?
Jana is a feminine name with various origins. In Hebrew, it means 'grace' or 'gift from God'. In Sanskrit, it means 'people' or 'community'. Jana is a name that represents kindness, generosity, and a strong sense of community.
What is the origin of the name Jana?
Jana is a girl's name of Persian, Hebrew, Sanskrit origin.
Is Jana a boy or girl name?
Jana is commonly used as a girl's name.
How popular is the name Jana?
In 2022, 213 newborns in the United States were named Jana, according to Social Security Administration data. Its recorded peak was 1961, with 1,459 babies given the name.
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