Ian Name Meaning & Origin
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Ian is a Scottish Gaelic form of the name John, meaning 'God is gracious'. It is commonly used as a male given name in English-speaking countries, particularly Scotland.
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Scottish (Celtic) 60% -
English (Anglo-Saxon) 30%
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Romanian (Romanian) 10%
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Name Details
- First Name: Ian
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Male
Popularity Trend
Growth of the name Ian in the US (SSA Data):
Ian Numerology
Soul Urge Number: 6
People with this name tend to be: Nurturing, responsible and family-oriented.