Ian Name
Name Overview
Meaning, origin, and cultural context at a glance.
English
Male
Common
Christian
Meaning
God is gracious
Description
A simple and classic name of Scottish Gaelic origin, the Scottish version of John.
It has a short, strong, and international feel, a popular choice for its straightforward, faithful meaning.
Ian is a name of gracious strength, suggesting a person of divine favor, a simple soul, and a spirit of gracious, strong, and classically simple, faithful character.
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