Boy name
Jan name meaning
“God is gracious”
Jan is a masculine European name meaning “God is gracious.” It is a form of Johannes, ultimately derived from the Hebrew name Yohanan. In Indonesian usage, Jan may also be a shortened form of Januari. Djan is a spelling variant of the name.
What does Jan mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Jan
As a European name, Jan is a form of Johannes, ultimately from Hebrew Yohanan. In Indonesian usage it may also be short for Januari.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Name combinations with Jan
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Jan, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
Jan as a first name
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Jan Andrew
Interpretation
May God's generosity accompany this child's courage throughout life.Meaning of each word
- Jan: God is gracious
- Andrew: manly, courageous
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Interpretation
A picture of rock symbolizing God's help and generosity.Meaning of each word
- Jan: God is gracious
- Pit: stone, rock
- Eliezer: God is my help
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Jan Stephen
Interpretation
A picture of God's generosity as a crown and mark of honor.Meaning of each word
- Jan: God is gracious
- Stephen: crown, wreath of honor
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Jan Damara
Interpretation
A picture of a female calf embodying the generosity of God.Meaning of each word
- Jan: God is gracious
- Damara: heifer; gentle
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Jan Manuel
Interpretation
May God's generosity be present together with God's accompanying presence.Meaning of each word
- Jan: God is gracious
- Manuel: God is with us
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Interpretation
May God's generosity accompany a father's peace and God's judgment.Meaning of each word
- Jan: God is gracious
- Axel: father is peace
- Danil: God is my judge
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Jan Eliezer
Interpretation
May God's generosity be present through the help God gives.Meaning of each word
- Jan: God is gracious
- Eliezer: God is my help
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Interpretation
May God's generosity and presence accompany the support and healing of Yahweh.Meaning of each word
- Jan: God is gracious
- Manuel: God is with us
- Yosia: Yahweh supports or heals
Jan as a middle name
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Interpretation
May God's judgment and generosity accompany courage like a lion's.Meaning of each word
- Yosafat: the Lord has judged
- Jan: God is gracious
- Leonard: brave as a lion
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Interpretation
May noble dignity be accompanied by God's generosity and strengthening power.Meaning of each word
- Patrick: nobleman, of noble descent
- Jan: God is gracious
- Yeheskiel: God gives strength
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Interpretation
A picture of God judging generously and having already given help.Meaning of each word
- Danil: God is my judge
- Jan: God is gracious
- Lasarus: God has given help
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Interpretation
A picture of God's generosity through help and gifts already received.Meaning of each word
- Lasarus: God has given help
- Jan: God is gracious
- Nathan: he has given
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Interpretation
A picture of someone anointed and beloved within God's generosity.Meaning of each word
- Kristo: the anointed one
- Jan: God is gracious
- Dave: beloved
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Interpretation
A picture of God's generosity within a noble person's fleeting breath.Meaning of each word
- Patrick: nobleman, of noble descent
- Jan: God is gracious
- Habel: breath, fleeting vapor
Jan as a last name
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Gerald Jan
Interpretation
A picture of a ruler with a spear accompanied by God's generosity.Meaning of each word
- Gerald: ruler with a spear
- Jan: God is gracious
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Interpretation
A picture of a brilliant promise and honorary crown within God's generosity.Meaning of each word
- Gilbert: bright pledge
- Stevie: crown or wreath of honor
- Jan: God is gracious
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Ezra Jan
Interpretation
May God's generosity be present in the help this child receives.Meaning of each word
- Ezra: help or assistance
- Jan: God is gracious
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Eben Jan
Interpretation
A picture of stone symbolizing the presence of God's generosity in life.Meaning of each word
- Eben: stone; stone of help
- Jan: God is gracious
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Agustino Jan
Interpretation
May this child become someone honorable within the generosity of God.Meaning of each word
- Agustino: venerable, worthy of respect
- Jan: God is gracious
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Eliezer Jan
Interpretation
May God's help be present alongside the generosity God gives.Meaning of each word
- Eliezer: God is my help
- Jan: God is gracious
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How to pronounce Jan
| Syllables | 1 · 3 letters · 3-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦗꦤ꧀ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮏᮔ᮪ |
Is Jan a boy’s name?
Yes, Jan is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 97% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Jan ranks #463 among boy names in our data sample (44 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
The same name in other spellings (for example old and new Indonesian spelling):
Names that sound like Jan
Names with related meanings
- Yusuf♂May God add
- Wahyu♂♀Divine message or inspiration
- Indra♂Name of the god of rain and thunder
- Abdullah♂Servant of Allah
- Ismail♂God hears
- Iwan♂God is gracious
- Daniel♂God is my judge
- Yohanes♂God has shown favour
- John♂God grants grace
- Firman♂God's word, divine command
- Denny♂Associated with the god Dionysos
- Deni♂Associated with the god Dionysos
Famous people named Jan
- Jan Harting · b. 1912
- Jan Engelbert Tatengkeng · b. 1907
- Jan Jacob Iman Sprenger · b. 1890
- Jan Klopper · b. 1878
- Jan Alex Jacobus Grashuis · b. 1928
- Jan Beng Oei · b. 1933
- Jan Darmadi · b. 1939
- Jan Ethes Srinarendra · b. 2016
- Jan Kiapoli
- Jan Leonard De Fretes
- Jan Mintaraga · b. 1942
- Jan Rahir Hasudungan Simamora
FAQ about the name Jan
What is the meaning of Jan?
Jan means God is gracious. As a European name, Jan is a form of Johannes, ultimately from Hebrew Yohanan. In Indonesian usage it may also be short for Januari.
Is Jan a boy’s name?
Yes, Jan is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 97% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Jan?
Jan is of European and Hebrew origin.
How many syllables does Jan have?
Jan has 1 syllable (Jan) and 3 letters.
How popular is the name Jan?
Jan ranks #463 among boy names in our data sample (44 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What are other spellings of Jan?
Other spellings: Djan.
What full names go well with Jan?
Some ideas: Jan Andrew; Yosafat Jan Leonard; Gerald Jan.
Famous people named Jan?
Notable people named Jan include Jan Harting, Jan Engelbert Tatengkeng, Jan Jacob Iman Sprenger.
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