Yvan Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationee-VAHN / iːˈvɑːnFrench; Hebrew
Meaning
French: God is gracious; Hebrew: God is gracious
Historical & Cultural Background
Yvan is a variant of the name Ivan, which has Slavic roots. It has been widely used in French-speaking countries. The name has historical significance in various cultures, often associated with nobility and leadership.
Trend Summary
Yvan has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with occasional peaks in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ivan
- Yvann
International Variants
- Iván (Spanish)
- Ivo (Portuguese)
- Yvan (French)
- Yvann (French)
Famous people named Yvan
Yvan Attal is a French actor and director known for his work in films such as 'My Wife Is an Actress'.
Yvan Chouinard is an American rock climber and environmentalist, founder of the outdoor clothing company Patagonia.
Yvan Lendl is a former professional tennis player from Czechoslovakia, known for winning eight Grand Slam singles titles.
Yvan Sorel is a French artist recognized for his contributions to contemporary art.
Fictional characters named Yvan
Yvan is a character in the play 'The Misanthrope' by Molière, known for his critical views on society.
Yvan is a character in the video game series 'Assassin's Creed', involved in the historical narrative.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Yvan was first seen in the United States in 1961. Yvan has ranked as high as #1339 nationally, which occurred in 2020, and has been most popular in California, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Yvan has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Yvan (2017)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1974 | 9 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1980 | 8 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1986 | 9 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 12 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1995 | 10 |
| 1996 | 9 |
| 1997 | 13 |
| 1998 | 15 |
| 1999 | 14 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 13 |
| 2002 | 12 |
| 2003 | 14 |
| 2004 | 14 |
| 2005 | 14 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2009 | 11 |
| 2010 | 16 |
| 2011 | 9 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 13 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 13 |
| 2020 | 17 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 13 |
| 2023 | 16 |
| 2024 | 12 |