Yana
1 synonym for Yana, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Name — A female given name from Slavic languages, a romanization of names such as Bulgarian, Russian, or Ukrainian Я́на.
Synonyms
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Yanan
Etymology
As a given name, cognate with "Jane," ultimately from Hebrew via the Greek form of John.
Full origin of Yana →Frequently asked questions
What does “Yana” mean?
The word “Yana” means a female given name from Slavic languages, a romanization of names such as Bulgarian, Russian, or Ukrainian Я́на. In plain terms, a woman's name; also the name of a Californian people and language, and a Buddhist term for a path of practice.
How do you pronounce “Yana”?
“Yana” is pronounced YAH-nuh (/ˈjɑː.nə/ in IPA).
How do you use “Yana” in a sentence?
Here is “Yana” used in a sentence: “Yana moved to Berlin after finishing university in Kyiv.”
What part of speech is “Yana”?
Depending on how it is used, “Yana” can be a name and a noun.
Where does the word “Yana” come from?
The word “Yana” comes from Hebrew. As a given name, cognate with "Jane," ultimately from Hebrew via the Greek form of John.
How many meanings does “Yana” have?
“Yana” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a female given name from Slavic languages, a romanization of names such as Bulgarian, Russian, or Ukrainian Я́на.
