Yvanna

“Gift of God”

Swedish origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#6906US 2023

17Births / yr

↑Rising

414All-time births

📅 Since 198700

What does Yvanna mean and where does it come from?

Yvanna is derived from the name 'Ivana', which is the feminine form of the name 'Ivan', stemming from Hebrew 'Yochanan', meaning 'God is gracious'. The name is particularly popular in Scandinavian countries and among Spanish-speaking communities. Notable variants include 'Yvonne', which mirrors its

Cultural significance

Yvanna has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Swedish-speaking communities, where it reflects values of gift of god.

Peak popularity

Reached #5347 in 2010 — currently #6906 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Yvanna?

Yvanna works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Yvanna Grace

How popular is Yvanna right now?

Rising fast — up 2743 spots — currently #6906 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1990–2023#6906 · Top 5.1%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#6906	17	▲ up 2743 · +55% births
2022	#9649	11	▼ down 111
2021	#9538	11	▼ down 987 · -8% births
2020	#8551	12	▲ up 601
2015	#9152	12	▼ down 3805 · -54% births
2010	#5347	26	▲ up 2788 · +86% births
2005	#8135	14	▼ down 281 · +8% births
2000	#7854	13	▼ down 1941 · -19% births
1995	#5913	16	▲ up 3200 · +78% births
1990	#9113	9	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Yvanna

Best Year2010Rank #5347

Peak Count26

Average Rank#8016

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1990 - 202310 years

The story of Yvanna

Yvanna is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1987. With 414 total births recorded, Yvanna remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #9113 in 1990 to #6906 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Yvanna in 2010:

Isabella Sophia Emma Olivia Ava

Yvanna by decade

Yvanna peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	17
1990s	104
2000s	121
2010s ★	160
2020s	12

💎Yvanna has only 414 total recorded births since 1987 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Yvanna?

Common

YvaYvieYvyAnna

What names sound and feel like Yvanna?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Yvanna also consider these

Yvana

Slavic Countries · Slavic

English · from the wood

Yanna

Hebrew · He who answers

Avanna

American · Desired

Yvianna

Spain · a modern variation

Vanna

Cambodian · វណ្ណា - goodness,

Common questions about the name Yvanna

What does the name Yvanna mean?

Yvanna means "Gift of God" — a name rooted in Swedish 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 Yvanna?

Yvanna is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Yvanna have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Yvanna?

Yvanna originates from Swedish tradition. Swedish 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 Yvanna?

Yvanna pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Swedish heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Yvanna trending right now?

Yvanna is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.