Ioannis Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationYOH-nis / /ˈjoʊ.ən.ɪs/Greek
Meaning
God is gracious
Historical & Cultural Background
Ioannis is a Greek form of the name John, which has biblical roots. It has been a popular name in Greece and among Greek communities worldwide. The name has historical significance, being borne by numerous saints and religious figures throughout history.
Trend Summary
The name Ioannis has maintained steady popularity in Greece, often ranking among the top names for boys.
Similar Names
Variants
- Giannis
- Iannis
International Variants
- Juan (Spanish)
- Johann (German)
- Giovanni (Italian)
- Jean (French)
Famous people named Ioannis
Ioannis Kapodistrias was a Greek statesman and the first Governor of Greece.
Ioannis Varvakis was a Greek shipowner and philanthropist known for his contributions to the Greek War of Independence.
Ioannis Metaxas was a Greek general and politician who served as Prime Minister of Greece during World War II.
Ioannis K. Koutouzis is a contemporary Greek artist known for his modern interpretations of classical themes.
Fictional characters named Ioannis
Ioannis is a character in the novel 'The Last Temptation of Christ' by Nikos Kazantzakis, representing a complex figure in the narrative.
Ioannis is a character in the video game 'Assassin's Creed Odyssey', serving as a historical figure within the storyline.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ioannis was first seen in the United States in 1964. Ioannis has ranked as high as #1339 nationally, which occurred in 2018, and has been most popular in New York, Massachusetts, Illinois, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Ioannis has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ioannis (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
NY | 10 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1964 | 5 |
1967 | 5 |
1971 | 15 |
1972 | 11 |
1973 | 20 |
1974 | 20 |
1975 | 19 |
1976 | 28 |
1977 | 22 |
1978 | 20 |
1979 | 26 |
1980 | 28 |
1981 | 35 |
1982 | 27 |
1983 | 29 |
1984 | 22 |
1985 | 21 |
1986 | 23 |
1987 | 14 |
1988 | 28 |
1989 | 32 |
1990 | 21 |
1991 | 25 |
1992 | 27 |
1993 | 15 |
1994 | 28 |
1995 | 17 |
1996 | 23 |
1997 | 19 |
1998 | 27 |
1999 | 27 |
2000 | 22 |
2001 | 28 |
2002 | 28 |
2003 | 30 |
2004 | 15 |
2005 | 31 |
2006 | 29 |
2007 | 39 |
2008 | 15 |
2009 | 28 |
2010 | 36 |
2011 | 35 |
2012 | 22 |
2013 | 32 |
2014 | 20 |
2015 | 22 |
2016 | 30 |
2017 | 28 |
2018 | 40 |
2019 | 18 |
2020 | 35 |
2021 | 33 |
2022 | 20 |
2023 | 20 |
2024 | 35 |