What Does the Name Johan Mean
The name Johan comes from Swedish roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Johan below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Johan Name Meaning
Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, DutchScandinavian and Dutch form of Iohannes (see JOHN).
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What does the name Johan mean?
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Is Johan a boy or girl name?
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