Jan - Meaning, Origin, Popularity & Variations

Jan

yahn'yan'1 syllable
🇳🇱Dutch
Gracious

MEANING

God is gracious

ORIGIN

Dutch

ETYMOLOGY

Derived from Johannes, a Latin form of the Greek name Ioannes, itself derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan

CULTURAL NOTES

Jan is a very common name in the Netherlands and is often used as a standalone name.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

The name has been used throughout European history, particularly in Dutch-speaking regions.

🇵🇱Polish
Short

MEANING

God is gracious

ORIGIN

Polish

ETYMOLOGY

Same roots as the Dutch form, derived from Johannes

CULTURAL NOTES

Jan is one of the most popular male names in Poland.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

It has been used by many notable figures in Polish history.

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