John Name Meaning
The name John comes from English roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of John below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
John Name Meaning
English, BiblicalEnglish form of Iohannes, the Latin form of the Greek name Ιωαννης (Ioannes), itself derived from the Hebrew name יוֹחָנָן (Yochanan) meaning "YAHWEH is gracious". The Hebrew form occurs in the Old...
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