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