January 19 is observed as the Feast of the Theophany (Epiphany) in the Orthodox Church, commemorating the baptism of Jesus in the River Jordan. It is one of the most important religious holidays in Belarus.
- Ivan – The Slavic form of John, from the Hebrew Yohanan, meaning God is gracious. The name is closely associated with Saint John the Baptist, whose role in baptizing Jesus is central to this feast.
- Yana – The feminine form of Ivan, sharing the same meaning of God is gracious. It is a popular and enduring name in Belarus and other Slavic countries.
