Vanya
Introduction
peaceful
Background Story
The name Vanya is derived from the Russian name Ivan, which is the Slavic form of John. It has been popularized by Anton Chekhov's play 'Uncle Vanya', where the character Vanya is a complex figure burdened by regret and longing.
Letter Count
Variations
Ivan, Ivana
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