Juan

Meaning God is gracious
Origin Hebrew, Portuguese, Spanish
Gender gender neutral
Opposite gender Juan
Popularity Popular
Length 4
Syllables 2
Syllabification Ju-an

About Juan

Juan stands as one of the most globally recognized and celebrated names across continents and communities. Its simplicity belies its profound impact, having been carried by artists, leaders, and everyday heroes for centuries. The single-syllable power of Juan makes it instantly memorable while its widespread use demonstrates its universal appeal. Families choosing Juan connect their child to a rich cultural tapestry that spans Spanish-speaking countries and beyond. The name's brevity makes it versatile for combinations with longer surnames or middle names, creating balanced full names with excellent flow. Juan requires no embellishment to make its statement—it stands confidently on its own merit. The pronunciation remains consistent across languages, eliminating the confusion that often accompanies more elaborate choices. Juan has proven its staying power generation after generation, never falling victim to fleeting trends. This enduring quality ensures relevance throughout your son's lifetime, from childhood through career and beyond.

Variations of Name Juan

Giovanni
John
Jean
Ivan

Nicknames for Juan

Jay
Juannie
JuJu
Johnny
Jon
Juan

Famous People Named Juan

Juan Carlos IFormer King of Spain
Juan Manuel SantosFormer President of Colombia
Juan PerónFormer President of Argentina
Juan Pablo MontoyaColombian Racing Driver
Juan Martin del PotroArgentine Tennis Player
Juan GabrielMexican Singer
Juan RulfoMexican Writer
Juan Manuel FangioArgentine Racing Driver
Juan Antonio SamaranchFormer President of the International Olympic Committee
Juan Pablo AngelColombian Footballer
Juan AtkinsAmerican Musician
Juan DixonAmerican Basketball Player
Juan Manuel MarquezMexican Boxer
Juan Roman RiquelmeArgentine Footballer
Juan Carlos NavarroSpanish Basketball Player
Juan Martín HernándezArgentine Rugby Player
Juan MataSpanish Footballer

Characters Named Juan

Juan ValdezCharacter from Colombian coffee advertising
Juan RicoStarship Troopers
Juan "Johnny" BravoJohnny Bravo
Juan Sanchez Villa-Lobos RamirezHighlander
Juan "Chico" RicoPredator 2
Juan Carlos "Juice" OrtizSons of Anarchy
Juan SanchezNacho Libre
Juan SalvoThe Eternaut
Juan José "Pepe" LópezJane the Virgin
Juan García PostigoRosa Salvaje
Juan "Punchy" GonzálezGrand Theft Auto - Vice City
Juan LópezGeorge Lopez
Juan Mendoza "El Gallo"Yo Soy Betty, la Fea
Juan "Two-Bit" MathewsThe Outsiders
Juan "Johnny" CadeThe Outsiders
Juan OrtizStar Trek
Juan Sánchez Villa-Lobos RamírezHighlander
Juan "Chi-Chi" RodriguezScarface
Juan "Johnny" SmithThe Dead Zone
Juan de ParejaI, Juan de Pareja

Other Popular Names Beginning with J

Jett
Josue
Jack
Jayden
Justice
Jordan
Josiah
Jeremias
Julian
Joan