Yann Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Yann is a name of Breton origin, derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious.' It evolved through various linguistic forms from Hebrew to Latin, Greek, and eventually to its modern Breton form. The name is characterized by its charm and cultural significance, especially in Brittany. It does not have biblical relevance. Yann became popular in the 20th century and is associated with notable figures in music and sports.
The name Yann is most popular in Massachusetts, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Yann has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Yann' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10179th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6570th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7282nd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Yann' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Yann"
Pronunciation
/jɑːn/
Origin
Breton
Etymology
Yann is derived from the Breton form of the name John, which itself comes from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious.'
Meaning
God is gracious
Language Evolution
Yochanan (Hebrew), Iohannes (Latin), Johannes (Greek), John (English), Yann (Breton)
Historical Usage
Yann gained popularity particularly in Brittany, France, during the 20th century as a common Breton name, reflecting the region's Celtic roots.
Variants & Derivatives
Yannick, Yanne, Yannou
Modern Popularity & Image
Yann is viewed positively, associated with a sense of charm and cultural heritage, particularly in French-speaking regions.
Famous People
Yann Tiersen, a French musician known for his film scores., Yannick Noah, a famous French tennis player and singer.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Yann"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Yann"
"Yann" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 10179th of 16616 | 31 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 6570th of 24088 | 174 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 7282nd of 23106 | 130 |
Regional Popularity of "Yann" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
65.06% 4758th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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79.30% 3558th/4487 |
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75.38% 4731st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Yann" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Yann"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Yann" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.