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Vanya
Unisex NameRussian Origin
Meaning
Diminutive of IVAN.
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Based on famous people named Vanya and cultural associations, this name tends to be associated with:
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SpiritualityFamous People Named Vanya
Vanya Gospodinova
Vanya Gospodinova (), née Stoyanova (Стоянова; born 12 December 1958) is a retired Bulgarian middle-distance runner who specialized in the 800 and 1500 metres.
AmbitionResilienceSuccess
Vanya Milanova
Vanya Milanova (born January 12, 1954; also Vania) is a Bulgarian-born solo violinist, recording artist and professor of music.
CharismaCreativity
Vanya Shtereva
Vanya Shtereva () is a popular Bulgarian singer and writer.
CharismaCreativity
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