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Juana (name) means a female given name from Spanish, the feminine counterpart of Juan. Example: “Her grandmother, Juana, immigrated from Mexico in the 1960s.”

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A female given name from Spanish, the feminine counterpart of Juan.
"Her grandmother, Juana, immigrated from Mexico in the 1960s."

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In plain EnglishA Spanish woman's name, related to Joanna and Jane.

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Etymology

From Spanish, ultimately from the same Hebrew root that produced "Joanna" and "Jane."

Origin: Spanish

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Juana” mean?
The word “Juana” means a female given name from Spanish, the feminine counterpart of Juan. In plain terms, a Spanish woman's name, related to Joanna and Jane.
How do you use “Juana” in a sentence?
Here is “Juana” used in a sentence: “Her grandmother, Juana, immigrated from Mexico in the 1960s.”
What part of speech is “Juana”?
“Juana” is a name.
Where does the word “Juana” come from?
The word “Juana” comes from Spanish. From Spanish, ultimately from the same Hebrew root that produced "Joanna" and "Jane.".

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