Ian
Boy · Scottish Gaelic / Hebrew
ian · 1 beat
Meaning
God is gracious; the Scottish form of John — compact, clear, and quietly formidable.
The vibe
Ian is the name of someone who gets to the point and gets it right. Timeless and academic, he carries the precision of a name with no wasted letters — direct, thoughtful, effortlessly competent.
Quick questions
Is Ian a boy's or a girl's name?
Ian is a boy's name of Scottish Gaelic / Hebrew origin.
How popular is Ian?
Ian sits in the sweet spot — recognised when you say it, but far from everywhere.
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