UK girl's name
Yianna
A feminine Greek name meaning "God's gracious gift.".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 1998. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Yianna is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Yianna popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 1998 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3848, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1998, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 1998 to 1998. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Yianna is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Yianna. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 1999 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Yianna ranked #3848 for girls in England and Wales in 1998, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1998, when 3 girls were registered as Yianna.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Yianna as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3848
1998
Births in 1998
3
Latest year
Peak year
1998
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Yianna mean?
The name Yianna originated from the Greek language and culture, with its roots dating back to ancient times. It is a feminine form of the name Ioannis, which is the Greek version of the Hebrew name Yohanan, meaning "Yahweh is gracious" or "God is merciful."
In the Byzantine era, the name Yianna gained popularity among Greek Christians, as it was associated with St. John the Baptist, one of the most revered figures in the New Testament. The name is mentioned in various religious texts and historical accounts from this period.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Yianna can be found in a 9th-century manuscript from the Monastery of St. Catherine in Sinai, Egypt. This document contains a list of names, including Yianna, which was likely used by one of the nuns residing there.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Yianna. One of the most famous was Yianna of Ravenna, a Byzantine princess who lived in the 11th century. She was known for her beauty, intelligence, and diplomatic skills, serving as an influential advisor to her husband, the Emperor Alexios I Komnenos.
Another notable Yianna was Yianna Tsatsos (1888-1944), a Greek poet and writer who played a significant role in the literary circles of her time. Her works often explored themes of love, nature, and the human condition.
In the 20th century, Yianna Athanassiou (1929-1996) was a renowned Greek actress who graced both the stage and the silver screen. She is widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in modern Greek theater and cinema.
Yianna Alexiou (born 1967) is a contemporary Greek singer and songwriter who has achieved international success. Known for her powerful vocals and diverse musical style, she has received numerous awards and accolades throughout her career.
Another notable figure is Yianna Aggelou (born 1986), a Greek athlete who competed in the high jump event at the Olympic Games in Beijing and London. She holds several national records and has been a key member of the Greek national team.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Yianna by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Yianna was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | #3848 | 3 | 1 |
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FAQ
Yianna: questions and answers
How popular is the name Yianna in the UK right now?
In 1998, Yianna was ranked #3848 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Yianna most popular?
The peak year on record was 1998, with 3 babies registered as Yianna in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Yianna?
A feminine Greek name meaning "God's gracious gift.".
How many people are called Yianna in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Yianna across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.