Ifan

Welsh variation of John

Ifan Origin and Meaning

The name Ifan is a boy's name.

Ifan is a masculine Welsh name that serves as a Welsh variation of John, ultimately derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious.' Pronounced roughly as 'IV-an,' it has been used in Wales for centuries as part of the rich tradition of Welsh naming customs. Ifan has remained relatively uncommon outside of Wales and Welsh communities, giving it a distinctive cultural identity. The name carries the warmth and familiarity of John while offering a connection to Welsh heritage and language. In modern usage, Ifan might appeal to parents of Welsh descent or those seeking a name with Celtic roots that's both traditional and uncommon in most English-speaking regions.

Popularity of the name Ifan

• 965 England 2018

Famous People Named Ifan

• Ifan ab Owen Edwards Welsh academic, writer and film,maker, best known as the founder of Urdd Gobaith Cymru, the Welsh League of Youth
• Ifan Evans Welsh rugby union player
• Ifan ap Robert Head of the House of Aberffraw

The name Ifan in Pop Culture

• Ifan ben Mezd, character in the game Divinity: Original Sin 2