Yannis Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationYAH-nis / /ˈjænɪs/Greek; Hebrew
Meaning
Greek: God is gracious; Hebrew: He will be gracious
Historical & Cultural Background
Yannis is a variant of the name Ioannis, which is the Greek form of John. The name has been popular in Greece and among Greek communities worldwide. It is often associated with religious significance due to its biblical roots. Yannis has also been embraced in various cultures, reflecting a blend of tradition and modernity.
Trend Summary
Yannis has seen a steady presence in the U.S. but remains less common compared to its variants.
Similar Names
Variants
- Yannis
- Ioannis
International Variants
- Yohan (French)
- Giovanni (Italian)
- Juan (Spanish)
- Johann (German)
Famous people named Yannis
Yannis Philippakis is the lead vocalist and guitarist of the British band Foals.
Yannis Varoufakis is a Greek economist and former Minister of Finance known for his role during the Greek debt crisis.
Yannis Stournaras is a prominent Greek economist and the Governor of the Bank of Greece.
Yannis Pappas is a comedian and podcast host known for his work in stand-up comedy.
Fictional characters named Yannis
Yannis is a character in the novel 'The Last Temptation of Christ' by Nikos Kazantzakis, representing a complex figure in the narrative.
Yannis is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', known for his quirky personality.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Yannis was first seen in the United States in 1973. Yannis has ranked as high as #1350 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in California, New York, North Carolina, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Yannis has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Yannis (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1994 | 14 |
| 1995 | 9 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 18 |
| 2003 | 11 |
| 2004 | 13 |
| 2005 | 10 |
| 2006 | 23 |
| 2007 | 9 |
| 2008 | 16 |
| 2009 | 12 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2011 | 9 |
| 2012 | 11 |
| 2013 | 13 |
| 2014 | 13 |
| 2015 | 13 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2017 | 17 |
| 2018 | 16 |
| 2019 | 32 |
| 2020 | 24 |
| 2021 | 41 |
| 2022 | 43 |
| 2023 | 43 |
| 2024 | 28 |