Iwan
Iwan Origin and Meaning
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
- 763England2016
Famous People Named Iwan
- Iwan (singer)Lebanese singer
- Iwan BFrench musician
- Iwan BaanDutch architectural photographer
- Iwan BabijUkrainian educator and activist
- Iwan BlochBerlin dermatologist, sexologist and Marquis de Sade scientist
- Iwan EdwardsCanadian choral conductor
- Iwan FalsIndonesian singer and songwriter
- Iwan GilkinBelgian poet
- Iwan GriffithsWelsh drummer
- Iwan GronowBritish bass guitarist
- Iwan IwanoffBulgarian architect
- Gwilliam Iwan JonesWelsh photographer and anthropologist
- Iwan KnorrGerman teacher of music
- Iwan MüllerEstonian,born German clarinetist
- Iwan Pylypowthe first Ukrainian immigrant to Canada
- Iwan RedanDutch footballer
- Iwan RheonWelsh actor
- Iwan "Iwcs" RobertsWelsh actor, lyricist and singer
- Iwan RobertsWelsh footballer
- Iwan SerrurierDutch,born electrical engineer, inventor of Moviola
- Iwan ThomasWelsh athlete
- Iwan TirtaIndonesian batik fashion designer
- Iwan TukaloScottish rugby union footballer
- Iwan TyszkiewiczSocinian Unitarian executed for blasphemy and heresy by the Polish,Lithuanian Commonwealth
- Iwan WirthSwiss contemporary art dealer and gallery owner