Gracious
Yvana is a feminine variation of Ivan, which is the Slavic form of John. It shares the same etymological roots as Jane and Joan, ultimately deriving from the Hebrew name Yochanan. While rare in the United States, it offers a distinctive alternative to the more common Ivanna or Yvonne.
Less common today
Yvana isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #8,396 in 2000.
Spanish actress known for Pan's Labyrinth
American actress and model
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
