Zhana is a name of Bulgarian origin and means "grace". It is derived from the Slavic word "zhanna", which also means "grace" or "beauty". The name has been used in Bulgaria for centuries, but it has only recently gained popularity outside of the country.
The name Zhana is believed to have originated from the old Slavic deity Zhanna, who was associated with beauty and grace. In Bulgarian folklore, Zhanna was often depicted as a young woman who possessed great beauty and charm. She was also said to be very kind and caring towards others.
Throughout history, the name Zhana has been popular among Bulgarian nobility and royalty. It is believed that several Bulgarian princesses were named Zhana, including Princess Zhana of Bulgaria, who lived in the 14th century.
Today, Zhana continues to be a popular name in Bulgaria, but it is also becoming increasingly popular in other countries around the world. People with the name Zhana are often admired for their beauty and grace, just as the old Slavic deity was revered. However, each person named Zhana is unique and brings their own individual qualities and experiences to the name.
Statistics on the given name Zhana show a varied trend in its popularity over time in the United States. The first recorded birth with this name was in 1993, followed by an increase to 48 births in 1994, suggesting that Zhana might have been an up-and-coming name at the time.
However, the following years saw a decrease in its popularity, with only 26 births registered in 1995. This downward trend continued with even fewer births recorded from 1996 to 2004, reaching as low as seven births per year between 2001 and 2004.
There was a brief resurgence in the popularity of Zhana between 2007 and 2010, with five births each year. However, this short-lived increase did not continue into the following years, as only five births were recorded again in 2016.
Overall, from 1993 to 2016, a total of 159 babies born in the United States were named Zhana. While this name has seen fluctuations in popularity over time, it remains relatively uncommon compared to other names given during these years.