Gracious
Yoanna is a variant of Joanna, which ultimately derives from the Hebrew name Yochanan. It shares the same etymological roots as Jane, Joan, and John, signifying the divine gift of grace. While rare in the United States, it is a common phonetic spelling in various European and Slavic contexts.
Less common today
Yoanna isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,917 in 2001.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Fashion model and winner of America's Next Top Model Cycle 2
