Violet flower or dove
Iyona is a rare name with multiple potential etymological paths. It is often considered a variant of Iona, referring to the Scottish island, or derived from the Greek word for the violet flower. In some contexts, it is linked to the Hebrew name Jonah, meaning dove.
Fewer than 5 girls were named Iyona in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
