Welsh form of John, derived from Hebrew 'Yohanan' meaning 'God is gracious.'
Iean is a Welsh form of John, ultimately derived from Hebrew Yochanan, meaning God is gracious. It sits inside one of the most widespread name families in the Western world, but its Welsh shape gives it a more regional and distinctive profile.
The name feels compact, traditional, and quietly serious. Iean does not try to be flashy; instead, it carries the long familiarity of John with a distinctly Welsh identity. Its value lies in its simplicity and its connection to a deeply rooted biblical meaning that has traveled through many languages.