Yvan

Gender
Male (Masculine | Boy)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
The name Yvan means "God is gracious" or "God's gracious gift".
Pronunciation
EE-VAHN
ee-VAHN (French), YV-uhn (English)
Popularity
Yvan is not a very common name worldwide, but it has a significant following in certain regions. It is most popular in France, where it ranks at #277 on the most recent list of top baby names. It is also fairly popular in Belgium and Russia, and has some following in other European countries.

cartoon of the name Yvan
Cartoon of Yvan

Yvan Name meanings & History

Yvan is a variant of the name Ivan, which has its roots in the Slavic language. The name Yvan means "God is gracious" or "God's gracious gift". French form of Ivan. Yvan is a popular choice for parents looking for a unique and meaningful name for their son. It is often used in French-speaking families, where it has a classic and traditional feel. The name is also growing in popularity in other parts of Europe, and has some following in other regions of the world as well.

Zodiac Sign of Yvan: Yin/Yang Capricorn

Synonyms of Yvan:

Y: Yen/money,Yin/Yang,Youth-giving

V: Versatility,Variety,Vivacious,Vexing

A: Angry,Action,Ambitious,Argumentative,Aggressive,Assertive

N: Nutrition,Neat,Nitpicking,Nice,Nervous,Nagging,Neurosis

Yvan is:

  • a Comedic name
  • a Refined name
  • a Unintellectual name

Famous People

Famous people with the name Yvan include Yvan Lendl (tennis player), Yvan Attal (actor and director), and Yvan Muller (racing driver).

Related Names to Yvan

Ivan, John, Yves

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