Meaning and origin of the name Jaan
Gender: Male
Origin: 
Estonia
Available languages
Estonian,
Jaan is used in
Estonia
Countries where Jaan has name day
Jaan has a name day in
Estonia and Jaan's next name day is June 24 (next year).
Jaan
The name
Jaan is of Estonian origin. It is a variant of the name "Johann" or "John" and is commonly used in Estonia. The meaning of the name
Jaan is "God is gracious" or "graced by God". It is a popular name for boys in Estonia and is often used to honor the Christian saint, St. John the Baptist.
In Estonia,
Jaan is a traditional name that is celebrated on
Jaanipäev, which is the Estonian midsummer festival. This festival is held on June 24th and is a time for celebrating the summer solstice with bonfires, singing, dancing, and traditional rituals.
The name
Jaan carries a sense of strength, grace, and divine favor. It is a timeless and classic name that has deep roots in Estonian culture and history. If you are considering the name
Jaan for your child, you are choosing a name that is rich in tradition and meaning.
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