Ioan
Meaning of Ioan
Ioan is a male name with origins in both Romanian and Welsh cultures. In Romanian, it is pronounced as yo-AHN (/joˈan/), while in Welsh it is pronounced as YO-an (/ˈjɔ.an/). The name Ioan is a variation of the popular name John.
In terms of popularity, Ioan has had varying levels of occurrence in the United States over the years. In 2021, it was given to 6 newborn boys and ranked 10,772. In 2020, there were 9 occurrences and it ranked at 8,037. The name has been steadily used over the past decade, with an average of around 6 to 11 occurrences each year.
The name Ioan carries a sense of familiarity due to its connection with the timeless classic name John. It also adds a unique twist with its Romanian and Welsh origins, making it an interesting choice for parents seeking a distinctive yet traditional name for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
Romanian
- Pronunced as yo-AHN (/joˈan/)
Welsh
- Pronunced as YO-an (/ˈjɔ.an/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Ioan
| Ioan Gruffudd is a Welsh actor known for his roles in Titanic, Hornblower, King Arthur, Fantastic Four, Amazing Grace, and W. |
| Ioan Nicolae Romanescu - Ioan "Ionel" Nicolae Romanescu, also known as Jean Romanesco, was a Romanian pilot and aviation pioneer who constructed and piloted Romania's first glider in 1910. |
| Ioan Lloyd is a Welsh international rugby union player known for his impressive performances as a fly-half for the Scarlets. |
| Ioan I. Cantacuzino was a distinguished Romanian physician and bacteriologist, known for his contributions to microbiology and experimental medicine, as well as for founding the Ioan Cantacuzino Institute. |
| Ioan Chezan is a renowned Romanian musician, flutist, and conductor. |
| Ioan Croft, a Welsh amateur boxer, clinched a bronze medal at the 2022 European Championships, and his twin brother, Garan, is also an amateur boxer. |
| Ioan Bowen Rees was a Welsh poet, mountaineer, and political activist. |
| Ioan Silviu Suciu is a retired Romanian artistic gymnast known for his success in the pommel horse event and his contributions to the Romanian gymnastics team, including winning an Olympic bronze medal. |
| Prince Ioan Grigore Ghica was a prominent Romanian politician who held various ministerial positions and served as an ambassador to several countries. |
| Ioan Luchian Mihalea was a Romanian composer, conductor, and television producer known for founding the vocal group Song and the children's choir Minisong before his tragic murder in 1993. |
