Christian Name Meaning & Origin Guide
Yannis
God is gracious
Pronunciation: YAN-is (/ˈjɑːnɪs/)
Meaning
God is gracious
Origin
Biblical
Lucky Number
7
Lucky Day
Friday
Lucky Stone
Turquoise
Life Path
11
Popularity Score
75
Language
English, Hebrew, Greek
Lucky Colors: BlueWhite
What does Yannis mean?
From the Greek name 'Ioannes', derived from the Hebrew name 'Yohanan'. The name Yannis means 'God is gracious'. In the New Testament, John the Baptist is referred to as Yannis.
Yannis in other languages & scripts
Hebrew
יאניס
אלוהים הוא חנון, אלוהים הראה חסדו
Greek
Γιάννης
Ο Θεός είναι χαριτωμένος, Θεός ελεήμων
Latin
Ioannis
Deus est misericors, Deus gratia plena
English
Yannis
God is gracious, God has shown favor
How to pronounce Yannis
English pronunciation
YAN-is
Biblical pronunciation
yo-khah-NAHN
IPA notation
/ˈjɑːnɪs/
Numerology & personality
Influential, inspired, and spiritual individuals
Associated Traits
CompassionateLoyalD = DevotedS = Spiritual
Spiritual & cultural context
A name that signifies God's grace and divine intervention.
The name Yannis holds significant cultural importance in Greece and many other Eastern European countries. It is a common name, ranking among the top 10 most popular names in some regions. Yannis is often used as a nickname for Jean, Giovanni, and Ivan, as well as being used as a standalone name.
Scriptural & traditional roots
Biblical scripture: New Testament (Matthew 3:1, John 1:1)
Saint connection: John the Baptist
Popularity of Yannis by region
| Region | Country | Score | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poland | PL | 77 | 2024 |
| Germany | DE | 93 | 2024 |
| Italy | IT | 59 | 2024 |
| United Kingdom | UK | 74 | 2024 |
Spelling variations of Yannis
Yanis
Names similar to Yannis
Frequently asked questions about Yannis
What does Yannis mean?
The name Yannis means 'God is gracious'.
Is Yannis a Christianity name?
Yes, Yannis is a Greek name of Christian origin as it is derived from the Hebrew name Yohanan and is referred to as such in the New Testament.
How to pronounce Yannis?
YAH-nees
Is Yannis popular today?
Yes, Yannis is a popular Greek name, ranking in the top 100 names in Greece and in the top 500 names worldwide.
What is the origin of Yannis?
The name Yannis is of Greek origin and is derived from the Hebrew name Yohanan.