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Gender: M Popularity: this week. Origin of Ian: Scottish version of John Meaning of Ian: "the Lord is gracious" Ian's Popularity in 2012: #78
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Ian was introduced to Americans by Ian Fleming, creator of James Bond, and its been on a steady path in the Top 100 ever since, due to its jaunty charm. Today, Ian flies in formation with fellow classic British RAF pilot names, like Derek and Miles and Colin, all now certified U.S. citizens, packing considerable punch and panache into its three short letters. So though it may not be the newest name on the block, it's still a recommended choice.

Notable namesakes include actor Ian McKellan and novelist Ian McEwan.

Famous People Named Ian

Ian Somerhalder, American actor
Ian Harding, American actor
Ian Anthony Dale, American actor
Ian Ziering, American actor
Ian Williams, American football player
Ian Fleming, creator of James Bond
Ian Hecox, half of comedy duo Smosh

Pop Culture References for the Name Ian

Ian Hecox, one half of California-based Internet comedy-duo Smosh
Ian Doyle, character from the television show Criminal Minds

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