Ioanna

Ioanna is a feminine given name used primarily in Greek-speaking communities. It is the Greek form of Joanna, itself derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan/Yehohanan meaning "Yahweh is gracious." In Greek, the masculine form Ioannes corresponds to John, and Ioanna is the standard feminine form. The modern Greek spelling is Ιωάννα, typically transliterated as Ioanna or I-oan-na, pronounced roughly yo-AN-na.

The name has longstanding religious and cultural associations due to biblical Joanna, a first-century woman who supported Jesus’ ministry and is mentioned in the Gospel of Luke. This connection has reinforced the name’s usage in Christian Greece and among families with religious naming traditions.

Ioanna is common in Greece and Cyprus and among Greek communities abroad. It has several transliterations in other languages, including Joanna, Joana, Joann(a)/Johanna, reflecting local phonology. In modern times, the name remains established but, like many classic names, its popularity has fluctuated with changing naming trends.

Notable bearers include Greek women in various professions, contributing to the name’s visibility without implying a single prominent figure. Overall, Ioanna is a traditional, culturally rich name that signals Greek heritage and biblical influence, while remaining familiar across many European contexts.