It is uncommon as a surname. Its English equivalent is John. Johan is also a masculine given name of Malay language origin, meaning "champion". Yo-han is a Korean masculine given …

Apr 23, 2024 · Scandinavian and Dutch form of Iohannes (see John). A famous bearer was the Dutch soccer player Johan Cruyff (1947-2016).

May 7, 2024 · The masculine given name Johan has Hebrew roots and is used in various cultures and languages. In Hebrew, the name is believed to be a variant of the name Yochanan, which …

Feb 16, 2025 · The name Johan is derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan, which means “God is gracious.” The Greek variant of the name is Ioannis. Both versions emphasize the idea of divine …

4 days ago · The name Johan is a boy's name of German origin meaning "God is gracious". With Old European vibes, Johan is a variant of the classic John, similar to the Latin, Hebrew, and …

3 days ago · Johan Tham, the husband of Call the Midwife star Jenny Agutter, has died aged 81 from cancer. The couple, who married in 1990, share one son. Get the details…

Johan traces its lineage to the Hebrew Yôḥānān, “God is gracious,” but—much like a merchant on the old Persian Silk Road—it has picked up distinctive accents as it wandered through Europe, …

Nov 24, 2025 · Heidi Klum shares four children with her ex-husband Seal. Here is everything to know about Leni, Henry, Johan and Lou.

The name "Johan" has its roots in the Hebrew name "Yochanan," which means "graced by Yahweh" or "Yahweh is gracious." The name has a strong biblical origin, appearing in the Old Testament …

Jun 24, 2025 · Johan is a popular masculine name of Scandinavian, Dutch, and German origin, serving as a variant of John. Its roots trace back to the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning "God …