Iwan
Meaning of Iwan
Iwan is a male name with Polish origins. In Polish, it is pronounced as EE-vahn (/ˈi.van/). It is also used in English-speaking countries, where it is pronounced as EE-wahn (/ˈi.wɑn/). The name has variations such as Ivan and Ioan.
Although Iwan is not very common in the United States, it has been given to a small number of newborn boys in recent years. In 2018 and 2017, there were 5 occurrences of the name Iwan, ranking at 12141 and 12237 respectively.
Iwan has a strong and timeless quality to it. It has associations with strength and power, as well as intelligence and wisdom. With its international appeal, Iwan is a versatile choice for parents looking for a distinctive yet accessible name for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
Polish
- Pronunced as EE-vahn (/ˈi.van/)
English
- Pronunced as EE-wahn (/ˈi.wɑn/)
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Notable People Named Iwan
| Iwan Wyn Roberts is a Welsh former professional footballer who played as a forward for various clubs and the Wales national team. |
| Iwan Gwyn Thomas is a Welsh sprinter who achieved success at the Olympic Games and Commonwealth Games, as well as being a former European, Commonwealth Games, and World champion. |
| Iwan Rheon is a Welsh actor and musician known for his roles in Misfits, Game of Thrones, and The Dirt. |
| Iwan Iwanoff, also known as Iwan Nickolow and Iwan Nickoloff Iwanoff, was a Bulgarian-born architect who became famous for his work in the Brutalist style, particularly for his use of concrete blocks, before his death in Perth, Western Australia. |
| Iwan Baan is a renowned Dutch photographer known for capturing architecture with a focus on people and their interaction with the built environment. |
| Iwan Martua Lokot Dongan Simatupang, also known as Iwan Simatupang, was a prominent Indonesian novelist, poet, and essayist. |
| Iwan, also known as "Lyrical Gunshot," is a reggae and dance hall artist from Ghana, West Africa, who holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Ghana, Legon. |
| Iwan Fränkel - Iwan Otto "Pietje" Fränkel was a Surinamese international football player known for his career in various European leagues. |
| Iwan Tukalo, a former Scotland international rugby union player, was known for his regular playing position as a Wing. |
| Iwan Knorr - Iwan Otto Armand Knorr, a German composer and music teacher, made significant contributions to the world of music. |
