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Ianis
God is gracious
Origin
GreekSlavic
Used in
ro
Origin and meaning of Ianis
Ianis is a Romanian variant, with Greek-Balkan influence, of Ioan/Ioannis, itself from the Hebrew Yochanan, 'God is gracious'. It entered wide use thanks to footballer Ianis Hagi, son of the legendary Gheorghe Hagi, and is now chosen by Romanian parents as a modern, sporty alternative to the more classic Ioan, while keeping a link to the Orthodox tradition behind the name John.
Variants around the world
How Ianis sounds in other languages.
IoanJohnIoannisYanis
Famous people
- Ianis Hagi— footballer
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ianis mean?
The name Ianis means God is gracious.
What is the origin of the name Ianis?
Origin of Ianis: Greek and Slavic.
What are the international variants of the name Ianis?
International variants of Ianis: Ioan, John, Ioannis, and Yanis.