Boy name guide

Ian name meaning, origin and style

Ian name meaning: God is gracious. Explore its origin, pronunciation and related names below.

Choosing Ian

A considered scottish form of john choice with a clear sound and a distinct identity.

Popularity changes over time and by place. For current United States birth-name data, consult the Social Security Administration’s annual name statistics.

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