Iwan

Russian variation of John
"God is gracious"

Iwan Origin and Meaning

The name Iwan is a boy's name of Welsh origin.

Iwan is a masculine name that serves as the Welsh, Polish, and Belarusian variant of John, ultimately derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious.' This version maintains the original name's spiritual significance while offering a distinctive cultural flavor. Pronounced roughly as 'EE-vahn' (though this varies by culture), Iwan has been used for centuries across different parts of Europe. In Wales, it represents one of the traditional forms of John, while in Eastern European contexts it stands as a respected traditional name with deep historical roots. Though not frequently encountered in English-speaking countries outside of Welsh communities, Iwan offers a strong yet accessible option for parents seeking an international variation of a classic name with religious significance.

Popularity of the name Iwan

Famous People Named Iwan

  • Iwan (singer)
    Lebanese singer
  • Iwan B
    French musician
  • Iwan Baan
    Dutch architectural photographer
  • Iwan Babij
    Ukrainian educator and activist
  • Iwan Bloch
    Berlin dermatologist, sexologist and Marquis de Sade scientist
  • Iwan Edwards
    Canadian choral conductor
  • Iwan Fals
    Indonesian singer and songwriter
  • Iwan Gilkin
    Belgian poet
  • Iwan Griffiths
    Welsh drummer
  • Iwan Gronow
    British bass guitarist
  • Iwan Iwanoff
    Bulgarian architect
  • Gwilliam Iwan Jones
    Welsh photographer and anthropologist
  • Iwan Knorr
    German teacher of music
  • Iwan Müller
    Estonian,born German clarinetist
  • Iwan Pylypow
    the first Ukrainian immigrant to Canada
  • Iwan Redan
    Dutch footballer
  • Iwan Rheon
    Welsh actor
  • Iwan "Iwcs" Roberts
    Welsh actor, lyricist and singer
  • Iwan Roberts
    Welsh footballer
  • Iwan Serrurier
    Dutch,born electrical engineer, inventor of Moviola
  • Iwan Thomas
    Welsh athlete
  • Iwan Tirta
    Indonesian batik fashion designer
  • Iwan Tukalo
    Scottish rugby union footballer
  • Iwan Tyszkiewicz
    Socinian Unitarian executed for blasphemy and heresy by the Polish,Lithuanian Commonwealth
  • Iwan Wirth
    Swiss contemporary art dealer and gallery owner