Ioannis
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Ioannis is a boy name of Hebrew origin meaning "God is gracious".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
Hebrew
Popularity
92 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
7 letters
Meaning
God is gracious
Etymology
Ioannis or Ioannes, shortened to Giannis or Yannis (Γιάννης) is a Greek given name cognate with Johannes and John, ultimately from Hebrew Yohanan.
Famous People Named Ioannis
- Ioannis Kapodistrias — Greek statesman and diplomat (1776–1831)
- Ioannis Metaxas — Greek military officer and politician (1871–1941)
- Ioannis Kolettis — Greek politician (1773-1847)
- Ioannis Georgiadis — Greek doctor, fencer and university professor (1876–1960)
- Ioannis Mitropoulos — gymnast
Frequently Asked Questions About Ioannis
What does the name Ioannis mean?
Ioannis means "God is gracious", and is of Hebrew origin.
What is the origin of the name Ioannis?
Ioannis originates from Hebrew.
Is Ioannis a boy or girl name?
Ioannis is typically used as a boy name.
Are there famous people named Ioannis?
Yes — notable people named Ioannis include Ioannis Kapodistrias (Greek statesman and diplomat, 1776–1831), Ioannis Metaxas (Greek military officer and politician, 1871–1941), Ioannis Kolettis (Greek politician, 1773-1847), Ioannis Georgiadis (Greek doctor, 1876–1960) and Ioannis Mitropoulos (gymnast).
Last updated: June 2026