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Jhanna

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Pronounced JAH-nuh /ˈdʒɑː.nə/Medium

Meaning: Jhanna may draw on the Sanskrit/Pali jhana, 'meditative absorption', a term in Buddhist practice; or it may be a spelling of the Slavic Jana, a form of Jane, 'God is gracious'. Routes uncertain, which we note.Low

In 30 seconds: A serene name: Jhanna echoes jhana, 'meditative absorption', or Jana, 'God is gracious' (said 'JAH-nuh'). Routes are uncertain, which we note.
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Origin LowSanskrit, Slavic
MeaningJhanna may draw on the Sanskrit/Pali jhana, 'meditative absorption', a term in Buddhist practice; or it may be a spelling of the Slavic Jana, a form of Jane, 'God is gracious'. Routes uncertain, which we note.
U.S. rank (2024)#12685 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births7 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2023
Total births (all-time)≈ 25

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202319872024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

As a girl's name, Jhanna has two possible routes: the Sanskrit/Pali jhana, 'meditative absorption', or the Slavic Jana, a form of Jane, 'God is gracious'. The routes are uncertain, which we note. A soft, two-beat pick (said 'JAH-nuh').

In the U.S. it appears only rarely for girls. Rare, serene, and dual-rooted.

Did you know? Jhanna may reach back to jhana, the Buddhist state of 'meditative absorption', or simply spell the Slavic Jana, 'God is gracious'. A calm, dual-rooted pick whose route is uncertain, which we note (said 'JAH-nuh').
Overall data confidence 36%
References — Jhanna — Sanskrit/Pali jhana or Slavic Jana; routes uncertain

Variations

JanaJhanaJhannah

Nicknames

JhaAnna

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Jhanna mean?

Jhanna may draw on jhana, 'meditative absorption', or be a form of Jana, 'God is gracious'. The routes are uncertain, which we note.

How do you pronounce Jhanna?

It's said JAH-nuh /ˈdʒɑː.nə/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Jhanna a boy or girl name?

Jhanna is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Jhanna?

Jhanna is a rare name for girls in the U.S.

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