Ian as a Male Name
Ian is most commonly a boy's name.
Parents choosing Ian for a boy get a name with a clear Scottish (Hebrew origin) heritage and a well-established boy's usage. The name Ian means “Yahweh is gracious” and is of Scottish (Hebrew origin) origin. Closely related male forms and variants include Iain, John, Ean, Eoin.
For the full etymology, history and popularity of Ian across all genders, see the complete Ian name meaning.
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Is Ian a boy's name?+
Ian is most commonly a boy's name. It means “Yahweh is gracious” and is of Scottish (Hebrew origin) origin.
What does Ian mean?+
Ian means “Yahweh is gracious” and originates from Scottish (Hebrew origin).