Jana
Meaning
God is gracious; feminine form of John
Origin
Hebrew
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒɑːnə/
Traits associated with the name Jana:
Dogs named Jana tend to be loving, strong-willed, and industrious. This feminine name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Jana?
Naming your dog Jana suggests that you have a strong connection to the name and may have a personal connection to it. It could also suggest that you are a creative person who likes to think outside the box when it comes to naming things.
Is Jana a good dog name?
Jana has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Jana isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall

Jana is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Jana was, in the past month, the 1421st most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of April 2025, Jana is becoming a more popular moniker with new puppy owners. Our stats show that the name is more fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Jana was viewed 59 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Jana's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Jana is most adored in California, Florida and Virginia.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Massachusetts, North Carolina and Texas.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Jana.
Most popular breeds named Jana:
- German Shepherd
- Doberman Pinscher
- Golden Retriever
- Boxer
- Chow Chow
Jana is found in these categories:
roman
Derived from Janus, Roman god of beginnings and transitions.
Dog names like Jana:

November 01, 2023 ◆ Translated
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