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Jana

Jana (name) means a female given name, common in Czech and other Central European languages. Example: “Jana grew up in Prague before moving to London for university.”

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A female given name, common in Czech and other Central European languages.
"Jana grew up in Prague before moving to London for university."

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In plain EnglishA Central European female name, a cousin of "Jane" and "Joan."

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Etymology

Traces back through Greek and Hebrew to a name meaning "God is gracious" — the same root that gives English "Jane" and "Joan."

Origin: Hebrew

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Jana” mean?

The word “Jana” means a female given name, common in Czech and other Central European languages. In plain terms, a Central European female name, a cousin of "Jane" and "Joan.".

How do you use “Jana” in a sentence?

Here is “Jana” used in a sentence: “Jana grew up in Prague before moving to London for university.”

What part of speech is “Jana”?

“Jana” is a name.

Where does the word “Jana” come from?

The word “Jana” comes from Hebrew. Traces back through Greek and Hebrew to a name meaning "God is gracious" — the same root that gives English "Jane" and "Joan.".

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