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Origin: Hebrew

Meaning: God is gracious

The boy’s name Ioannes is a form of the name John in many languages and originates from the Hebrew name Yohanan, which means “God is gracious.” In the New Testament, John the Baptist and John the Apostle are two significant figures with this name. It’s been borne by numerous influential figures, including several saints and 23 popes. The name Ioannes is particularly common in Greek-speaking cultures. It has many variants across different languages, such as Ivan in Russian, Juan in Spanish, Giovanni in Italian, and Jean in French. If you want a versatile and enduring name for your little one, Ioannes fits the bill.