US Popularity Rank: 5011

Origin: Hebrew

Meaning: God is gracious, graced by Yahweh

Yanis is a baby boy name with Greek and Hebrew origins. A variant of names like Gianis and Giannis, this baby name comes from the name John, meaning “God is gracious” or “graced by Yahweh.” While it’s a lovely way to help baby celebrate your faith, it also is an ideal choice to pay homage to your little one’s Greek roots and is popular in countries like Belgium and France. This name gives baby a prime opportunity to have their roots cherished no matter where they are.