Vana

Vana is a feminine given name used in Macedonian tradition, likely functioning as a short form of longer names beginning with or containing the van- element, such as Ivana, itself the Slavic feminine form of John, from the Hebrew Yohanan meaning God is gracious. The name may also carry independent standing as a diminutive term of endearment within South Slavic naming culture. Related forms include Ivana, Vanya, and Vanna.