International Baby Names
By Sophie Kihm · Updated September 2026
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Jasia is a feminine name with Polish origins, functioning as a diminutive form of Joanna or Janina (Polish variants of Jane or Joan). The name ultimately derives from Hebrew, meaning 'God is…
French variation of Jean
"God is gracious"
Together with the more common (in France) Jeannine spelling, this feminine form of Jean was most popular in the 1930s in its home country, and in the 1960s in the US. It's fallen off the Top 1000…
Jaana is a feminine name primarily used in Finland, where it's a variation of Jana or Johanna, ultimately derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan meaning 'God is gracious.' In Finland, Jaana gained…
Janel is a feminine name generally considered a variation of Jane or Janet, with French influences. Derived ultimately from the Hebrew name Yochanan meaning 'God is gracious,' Janel emerged as a…
Romanian variation of Jane
Jenica might work if you can't decide between Jennifer and Jessica. It's certainly a more distinctive option.
Hebrew and Armenian
A joyous, celebratory-sounding name.
Galician variation of Jane, English
Juana with an X factor. Xoana is a Jane variant hailing from Galicia, an autonomous community in Spain.
Hindi, Hebrew, and Choctaw
"friendly, to plant, and bear"
One of those slender names, like Lena or Etta, that's used in several cultures and carries a range of meanings. But by being so many things, it doesn't feel decidedly like anything.
Danish, Norwegian, German, Dutch
"grace"
This spin on the popular Hannah is widely-used in Europe and pronounced similarly to Hannah. It may also be a short form of Johanne, from John/Joan.
Diminutive of Susanna; Polish variation of Jane, Hebrew
"lily or pledged to God"
A feminine multicultural nickname name perfectly able to stand on its own, Zanna might technically relate to either Susanna or Jane, making it a flexible honor name for an ancestral Susan or Jane or…
Russian variation of Jane
Makes Jane anything but plain.
Romanian and Bulgarian feminine form of John
Predominantly used in Romania, Ioana can also be used as an alternative to the Bulgarian Yoana. Fashion designer Ioana Ciolacu, actress Ioana Flora, and gymnast Ioana Stanciulescu are just a few…
Seini is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Finnish, it's a variation of Seija, meaning 'blessing' or 'grace.' In Polynesian cultures, particularly Tongan and Samoan, Seini is often…
Welsh variation of Jane
Simple and pretty and user-friendly, the Welsh Sian was used by U2's Dave "the Edge" Evans for his daughter. In Welsh, it is also spelled Siân.
Irish variation of Susan or John
"lily; God is gracious"
This Irish name can be used as a variant of Susan, or as a form of Siobhan, itself a feminine form of John. Once rare but more recently appearing in the Top 150 in Ireland, the name pronunciation…
Variation of Gianna, Italian
"the Lord is gracious"
Elaborate, ultra-feminine variation of Gianna.
German feminization of Hans
Rare feminine form of Hans — a John derivative — occasionally heard in Germany and other German-speaking countries.
Ivancka is a feminine name that appears to be a diminutive or elaborated form derived from Ivan or Ivana, names with Slavic origins. The core name Ivan means "God is gracious" and has been popular…
Jama is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Arabic contexts, it can mean 'gathering' or 'assembly,' symbolizing community and togetherness. The name also exists in Somali culture,…
Variation of Jannik
With its upbeat Slavic/Scandinavian air, it has the most potential of all the Jan names.
