Joana
/JOA-a/ English Female
Meaning & Origin
Joana is a English name meaning "God is gracious". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Albania, Angola, Argentina, Austria. The name Joana is believed to be derived from the Latin name Iohanna, which itself comes from the Greek name Ioanna, ultimately originating from the Hebrew name Yochanan (יוֹחָנָן).
Quick Facts
Language English
Gender Female
Phonetic JOA-a
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as JOA-a. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Joana
- · Joana Vasconcelos - Portuguese artist
- · Joana Preiss - French actress
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