Vána

Russian variation of John

"God is gracious"

Vána Origin and Meaning

The name Vána is a boy's name of Czech origin.

Vána is a masculine name with mythological origins, appearing in J.R.R. Tolkien's legendarium where Vána is actually a female character known as the 'Ever-young,' one of the Valar (divine beings) associated with flowers and youth. The application as a masculine name represents a cross-cultural adaptation. The name has an ethereal quality with its simple two-syllable structure. The accent on the first 'a' gives it a distinctive pronunciation and visual appearance. While very rare as a given name, Vána might appeal to parents interested in Tolkien's works or those seeking a name with literary connections and a melodic sound. Its uniqueness makes it stand out, though the feminine mythological association might create some gender confusion.