Boy name guide

Ivan name meaning, origin and style

Ivan is a Slavic form of John name commonly associated with God is gracious.

Origin

Slavic form of John

Meaning

God is gracious

Say it

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Choosing Ivan

A concise international classic that offers a sharper alternative to John.

Popularity note

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