Yann

Q: What is the origin of Yann?

Yann is of French origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Yann a boy name?

Yann is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

male

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"God Is Gracious"

Yann is a French and Breton form of John, traditionally interpreted as God is gracious, and common in Francophone areas.

Themes:frenchshortbiblicalmasculine

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Popularity History of Yann

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#9815Ranked nationally

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Selected Year Rank

Unranked

Yann did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Yann Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Yann.

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yie

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Yann mean?

Yann means "God Is Gracious". Yann is a French and Breton form of John, traditionally interpreted as God is gracious, and common in Francophone areas.

What is the origin of Yann?

Yann is of French origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Yann?

According to the latest SSA data, Yann is currently ranked #9815 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Yann a boy name?

Yann is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Yann?

Popular nicknames for Yann include yany, yann, yie, yy, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Yann?

There are many names similar to Yann in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginFrench, Breton

Syllables1

Length4 letters

US Rank#9815

Trend↓ Falling

Starts withY

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Antoine Armand Antwan Adrien Antwon

Sisters

Annette Antoinette Adrienne Aimee Angelique

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