Jean

What does the baby name Jean mean? Learn about what Jean means, its history & origin, popularity in our random name database, pronunciation, similar names, nicknames & spelling variations.

Jean - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

Spelling of Jean: J-E-A-N, is a 4-letter male given name.
Pronunciation of Jean: jeen; zhahn
Meaning of Jean: God is gracious, god is merciful, a short form of jebediah.
Origin of Jean: The name 'Jean' has its origins in the French language. It is a variant of the name 'John' and is derived from the Latin name 'Ioannes', which in turn comes from the Greek name 'Ioannes'. 'Ioannes' is derived from the Hebrew name 'Yochanan', meaning 'Yahweh is gracious' or 'God is gracious'.; American Names; English Names; French Names; Hebrew Names; Saints Names; Scottish Names
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Popularity of Jean: Throughout history, the name 'Jean' has been a popular choice for boys, particularly in French-speaking countries. It gained popularity in the Middle Ages and remained widely used in France and other French-speaking regions.; Jean currently has 2 likes, and is in the top 10% of liked boy's names. The name Abayomi is slightly more popular than Jean.

Etymology of Jean

The name 'Jean' is derived from the Latin name 'Ioannes', which itself comes from the Greek name 'Ioannes'. The Greek name 'Ioannes' is a variant of the Hebrew name 'Yochanan', composed of the elements 'Yahweh' (referring to the Hebrew God) and 'chanan' (meaning 'gracious' or 'merciful').

Cultural Significance of Jean

In French culture, the name 'Jean' holds significant cultural and historical value. It is associated with several notable figures throughout history, including Jean-Baptiste de La Salle, a Catholic saint who founded the Institute of the Brothers of the Christian Schools.

Moreover, the name 'Jean' is often linked to the French national hero, Joan of Arc, who played a crucial role in the Hundred Years' War. Her given name, Jeanne, is the feminine form of 'Jean'.