Gracious; savannah
Vannah is primarily used as a diminutive of Savannah, a name of Spanish origin referring to a treeless plain. It also functions as a variant of Vanna, which has roots in Hebrew meaning 'God is gracious' or Italian as a short form of Giovanna. In the American context, it is often chosen as a modern, streamlined alternative to its longer counterparts.
Less common today
Vannah isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,926 in 2017.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
A character in the novel and film 'Waiting to Exhale' (short for Savannah) · Waiting to Exhale
