Find out how popular the first name Ivannia has been for the last 34 years (from 1989 to 2022) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Ivannia by gender

Based on the last 34 years of data, Ivannia is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2022, there were 9 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Ivannia.

The history of the first name Ivannia

The name Ivannia has its origins in the Slavic languages, particularly Ukrainian and Russian. It is a feminine form of the masculine name Ivan, which is derived from the Greek name Ioannes, meaning "Yahweh is gracious." The name gained popularity in the region during the Middle Ages, following the spread of Christianity and the adoption of biblical names.

Ivannia can be traced back to the 10th century, when it appeared in historical records of the Kievan Rus', an ancient East Slavic state. It was commonly used among the noble classes and was associated with the Orthodox Christian faith. The name's popularity spread throughout Eastern Europe and parts of Central Asia, where Slavic cultures and languages had a significant influence.

In the 12th century, the name Ivannia was mentioned in the Primary Chronicle, a historical text that documented the early history of the Kievan Rus'. This literary reference suggests that the name was well-established and widely used during that time period.

Some notable historical figures who bore the name Ivannia include:

1. Ivannia of Polotsk (c. 989 - c. 1042), a Kievan Rus' princess and the wife of Prince Yaroslav the Wise.
2. Ivannia Mstislavna (c. 1165 - c. 1240), a Rus' princess and the wife of Prince Vsevolod Yurievich of Vladimir-Suzdal.
3. Ivannia Shuisky (c. 1532 - 1569), a Russian noblewoman and the wife of Prince Ivan Shuisky.
4. Ivannia Karelina (1642 - 1720), a Russian noblewoman and the wife of Boyar Andrei Khitrovo.
5. Ivannia Mikhailovna Dolgorukova (1694 - 1767), a Russian noblewoman and the mother of Empress Elizabeth Petrovna.

Throughout its history, the name Ivannia has been widely used in Eastern Slavic cultures, particularly in Russia and Ukraine. Its popularity has endured due to its connection with the Orthodox Christian tradition and its deep roots in the region's cultural and historical heritage.

Data source

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