US Popularity Rank: 2737

Origin: Scottish

Meaning: God is gracious, Yahweh is gracious; Bird

Ean is a masculine name of Scottish origin with roots in Hebrew and variations in Manx and Irish. Meaning “God is gracious” or “Yahweh is gracious,” Ean is a Scottish and Manx form of John, which arose from the Hebrew word Yochanan. Although a unique name, Ean has some more common variations, including the Scottish Ian and the Irish name Eoin—all of which are cultural variations of John. Ean can also be considered the short form of the Irish name Éanna, or directly from the word éan, meaning “bird,” granting the name a cute, blissful air. Ean is the perfect name for parents who wish to give baby a traditional name with a twist!