Ioana Name Meaning
The name Ioana comes from Romanian roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Ioana below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Ioana Name Meaning
Romanian, BulgarianRomanian feminine form of JOHN. This is also a variant transcription of the Bulgarian name YOANA.
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What does the name Ioana mean?
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Is Ioana a boy or girl name?
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