Yan

Meaning God is gracious
Origin Chinese, Hebrew, Russian
Gender Boy
Popularity Moderate
Length 3
Syllables 1
Syllabification Yan

About Yan

Yan is a versatile and globally recognized name with origins in various cultures. This name carries different meanings and nuances depending on its cultural context, making it a unique choice for your baby boy.

In Chinese, Yan (燕) symbolizes the grace and agility of a swallow, a bird known for its beauty and elegance. In Russian, Yan is an endearing diminutive of Ivan, echoing the idea that "God is gracious." Meanwhile, in Hebrew, Yan can be linked to Yannai, meaning "God has answered," suggesting a sense of divine connection.

The name Yan also boasts variations like Yen and Jan, offering flexibility in its pronunciation and spelling. Common nicknames for Yan include Yani and Yanno, adding a touch of familiarity to this distinctive name.

Whether you're drawn to its Chinese symbolism, Russian charm, or Hebrew resonance, Yan is a name that can transcend borders and cultures, making it a wonderful choice for your baby boy. It's a name that can carry your child through life with grace, elegance, and a sense of divine blessing.

Nicknames for Yan

Y
Yannie
Yang
Yanni
Y-man
Yan

Famous People Named Yan

Yan ZibeiChinese swimmer
Yan KusadasiRussian actor
Yan GomesBrazilian baseball player
Yan BingtaoChinese snooker player
Yan LiankeChinese writer
Yan CabralBrazilian mixed martial artist
Yan KippurIsraeli musician
Yan ZhangChinese physicist
Yan XuetongChinese political scientist
Yan Pei-MingChinese-French painter
Yan NascimbeneItalian illustrator
Yan DelaureBelgian cyclist
Yan BokhovenDutch composer
Yan RuishengChinese diplomat
Yan BurelleCanadian musician
Yan DuyvendakSwiss-Dutch artist
Yan LipingChinese archaeologist
Yan Wai YinHong Kong filmmaker
Yan AungBurmese politician
Yan LeiChinese contemporary artist

Characters Named Yan

Yan SoloStar Wars character
Yan StarkillerStar Wars character
Yan SnowGame of Thrones character
Yan KentSuperman character
Yan PotterHarry Potter character
Yan OdinsonMarvel Comics character
Yan WayneBatman character
Yan StarkGame of Thrones character
Yan GrimesThe Walking Dead character
Yan TargaryenGame of Thrones character
Yan WinchesterSupernatural character
Yan SkywalkerStar Wars character
Yan RiddickRiddick movie character
Yan WalkerFast & Furious character
Yan McFlyBack to the Future character
Yan ShepardMass Effect character
Yan CorleoneThe Godfather character
Yan MatrixThe Matrix character

Other Popular Names Beginning with Y

Yehuda
Yugan
Yoshua
Yaser
Yasser
Yaman
Yeshaya
Yeray
Yahir
Yuri