Gracious
Ioanna is the Greek feminine form of Ioannes, which is derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan. It shares the same etymological root as the English names Joanna and Jane. In Greek culture, it is a traditional name often associated with religious significance and the feast day of St. John.
Less common today
Ioanna isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,676 in 2016.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
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