Ioan Name Meaning
The name Ioan comes from Romanian roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Ioan below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Ioan Name Meaning
Romanian, Welsh, BulgarianRomanian and Welsh form of JOHN. This is also a variant transcription of the Bulgarian name YOAN.
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What does the name Ioan mean?
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Is Ioan a boy or girl name?
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