History of the origin of the name Zhanna

Linguists say that the beautiful, sonorous name Zhanna is a French variation of the double name John. It came into the Russian language from French, although it is Hebrew in origin. In France, the name Jeanne was secondary, it came from the male name Jean. The Hebrew male name, which in ancient times took root in the French language, sounded like Yohanan. There is another version of the origin of the name Zhanna, which also has the right to life. In the Persian language there was and still is a female name, Jan, from which the modern name Zhanna may have originated. We will not be able to find the name of Joan in the Orthodox Saints, but their name days are traditionally celebrated on Midsummer’s Day (July 7), or on the day of St. Joan the Myrrh-Bearer (July 10). This name is common in many countries, Catholic and Christian, it differs somewhat in its pronunciation (for example, in Slavic languages ​​there is a form of Yana), but has not yet lost its popularity.

The meaning and characteristics of the name Zhanna

If we consider the origin of this name from French, and earlier from Hebrew, then its meaning is “grace”, “mercy of God”. The meaning of the female name Jan in Persian is “darling”, “soul”. The main distinguishing feature of all bearers of this name is passion. These are very strong and even courageous women, capable of long concentration. Passion has distinguished Zhanna from early childhood, it manifests itself in literally everything – in the desire to get the desired toy, learn to crawl, walk, in games, frequent quarrels, conflicts with girlfriends.

This girl is kind and attentive to her parents and people around her. As Zhanna gets older, she realizes that she is more attracted to boys’ companies, but being a little robber is not her destiny. If parents instill in their daughter an interest in learning in a timely manner, she will study with excellent marks. The bearers of this name are keenly interested in sports, throwing out all their accumulated energy here; the passion of their character allows them to reach certain heights. Zhanna’s parents are simply obliged to direct their daughter’s energy in the right direction; if this matter is left to chance, the girl, who has not yet learned to cope with her lively character, can do a lot of stupid things.

When Zhanna finds true peace of mind, there will truly be no barriers for this woman. She can make a brilliant career in sports, in art, in business, or in the most ordinary job, initially occupying an unremarkable position as an ordinary employee. She learns new responsibilities very quickly, tries to maintain friendly relations with everyone, and has many friends and acquaintances. She should not get married early; it is better to do it by the age of 30, when her career is taking off and passions and energy stop seething. These women make wonderful wives, housewives and mothers. They show reasonable severity towards their children; sincerity and friendliness reign in Zhanna’s family. Here responsibilities are fairly distributed, there is a place for good traditions, relationships are built on the principles of equality and respect for each other.

Name days:

June 27, July 10, August 30

Diminutive version

Zhannochka, Zhannushka, Zhanusya, Zhanuska, Zhanulya, Zhanulka, Zhanusyk

Abbreviated

Zhanka, Zhanine, Zhannine, Zhanette, Zhanelle, Dzhana, Juana

According to the church

Jeanne

Color

  • white

Planet

  • Mars

Element

  • fire

Stone talisman

christoprase, agate

Metal

tin

Plants

maple, lily

Totem animal

eagle

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