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By Clare Green · Oct 2026

Ianto

OriginWelsh
Meaning"God is gracious"

About Ianto

Ianto is a lively and unique spin on John, possible familiar to American sci-fi fans via the popular character on Torchwood.

Pronounced ee-AHN-toh.

As of October 2026, Ianto ranked #11205 in US births in 2015 SSA.

Editor's take: The name Ianto is a boy's name meaning "God is gracious".

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Famous Iantos

  • Ianto Davies

    Welsh international rugby player

  • Ianto Evans

    Welsh architect

Ianto in pop culture

  • Ianto Jones

    character on British TV series "Torchwood"

  • Yanto Beed

    character on British TV series "Stella"

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