Yoan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Yoan has its origins in Hebrew, meaning 'God is gracious'. It evolved through various languages, starting from Yochanan to become popular in French-speaking regions. The name carries biblical relevance through its connection to John and is currently viewed as modern and trendy, with notable bearers contributing to its image.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Yoan"
Pronunciation
/joʊˈɑːn/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Yoan is derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan, which means 'Yahweh is gracious'.
Meaning
God is gracious
Language Evolution
Yochanan (Hebrew), Ioannes (Greek), Johannes (Latin), Joan (Old French), Yoan (Modern French)
Biblical Background
The name has biblical significance as it is the original form of the name John, which is prominent in both the Old and New Testaments.
Historical Usage
Yoan and its variants gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in French-speaking regions, during the Middle Ages and have remained in use to the present day.
Variants & Derivatives
Yoann, Johann, John, Juan, Giovanni
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Yoan is perceived as a modern and trendy name in French-speaking countries, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Yoan Gourcuff (French footballer), Yoan Lemoine (French musician and producer), Yoan Moncada (Cuban baseball player)
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✨ Yoan Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 33 peak births in 2024
Geographic Spread
Popular across 3 US states, with strongest presence in Florida
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Yoan"
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 "Yoan"
"Yoan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 9184th of 16616 | 41 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5497th of 24088 | 227 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5010th of 23106 | 227 |
Regional Popularity of "Yoan" 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) |
- | - | - |
67.40% 5030th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
79.99% 3187th/3984 |
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57.64% 3932nd/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Yoan" 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 "Yoan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Yoan" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Yoan" in the United States
The name Yoan is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South 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, Yoan has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Yoan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9184th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5497th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5010th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Yoan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.