What does the name Jan mean?

The name Jan means "God is gracious".

What is the origin of the name Jan?

Jan is a name of Hebrew origin.

Is Jan a girl's name?

Yes, Jan is traditionally used as a girl's name.

Jan

Girl's name

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Names Starting With J

All-Time Total: 54,527

Peak Year: 1956

Jan is a diminutive form of the name Janet, which is a medieval English form of Jane, ultimately derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning "God is gracious."

Notable Namesakes

Janis Joplin - Singer known for blues and rock music.
Jan Hooks - Actress and comedian on "Saturday Night Live."
Jan Brett - Children's book author and illustrator.
Jan Smithers - Actress on "WKRP in Cincinnati."
Jan Sterling - Actress in classic Hollywood films.
Jan Leeming - British newsreader and television presenter.
Jan Ravens - Impressionist and comedian on "Dead Ringers."
Jan Howard Finder - Science fiction fan and writer.
Jan Crouch - Co-founder of Trinity Broadcasting Network.
Jan Stenerud - First pure placekicker inducted into Pro Football Hall of Fame.

Complementary Names / Sisters

Girl names closely related to Jan

Kristy Trudy Kristie Adrienne Saige Sheree Danita Dorothy

Complementary Names / Brothers

Boy names closely related to Jan

Lester Chester Lloyd Melvin Norman Gerald Glenn Daryl

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Jan

Deshawn Ean Evan Geovanni Geovanny Geovany Gia Gian

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

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