Ioannina
“A Greek name with cultural significance”
Greek origin · Unisex name
#1943US 2023
10Births / yr
→Stable
Top 1.4%Percentile
What does Ioannina mean and where does it come from?
Ioannina is a name found across Greek cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.
Cultural significance
Ioannina carries the heritage of Greek tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1943 in 2015 — currently #1943 in the US.
What middle names flow best with Ioannina?
Ioannina works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Ioannina Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Ioannina Rose
Floral · soft ending
Ioannina Mae
Sweet · timeless
Ioannina Claire
French influence · crisp
Ioannina Jane
Literary · strong
Ioannina Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Ioannina right now?
Holding steady — currently #1943 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
Ioannina is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.
What are good nicknames for Ioannina?
Common
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Famous people named Ioannina
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Ioannina (modern Greek athlete)
Ioannina brought this name to international sporting recognition representing Greece.
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Ioannina (Byzantine leader)
Ioannina used this name through the Byzantine Empire, preserving its Greek heritage into the medieval era.
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Ioannina (Greek poet or artist)
Ioannina helped establish this as a name of cultural and artistic prestige in the Hellenic world.
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Ioannina (modern Greek athlete)
Ioannina brought this name to international sporting recognition representing Greece.
What names sound and feel like Ioannina?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Ioannina also consider these
Common questions about the name Ioannina
What does the name Ioannina mean?
Ioannina means "A Greek name with cultural significance" — a name rooted in Greek tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Ioannina?
Ioannina is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Ioannina?
Ioannina originates from Greek tradition. Greek names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
What sibling names go well with Ioannina?
Ioannina pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Greek heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Ioannina a common or rare name?
Ioannina is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
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