Names That Mean Gracious

This diminutive of Ivan is commonly used for girls in the Czech Republic and Slovakia.

Traditionally a male Hebrew name, but now with increasing use for baby girls as well.

Basque form of John

The second-most-common variation of John in Iceland, behind Jón. Jóhann has had more steady rankings over the years.

Variant of the Slavic name Milan, from a root which can mean either "dear, beloved" or "gracious, kind".

La is the French prefix used to indicate paternity, much the same way Mc or O' are used in Irish and the son suffix is used in English. First names with the La prefix were popularized in the 19th century by the Free Blacks of New Orleans, who used La plus the father's first name, making Lashawn (or LaShawn) a name meaning son (or child) of Shawn, a phonetic spelling of Sean, the Irish variation of John.

Elaborate, ultra-feminine variation of Gianna.

Currently fashionable in Slovenia.

A classic Top 10 name in Iceland, where it is the predominant form of John.

Emphasizes a four-syllable pronunciation, rather than the traditional three of Giovanni.

Short form of Yann, the Breton form of John.

Jeanette is a fancification of Jeanne, Jeanetta makes it even fancier.

The Catalan form of Mercedes, with the same Marian associations.

Popular short form Anže has eclipsed Janez in Slovene popularity.

A gorgeous Hebrew name that was originally used for boys, but is now increasingly used for girls as well. As a bonus, you get the sweet built-in nickname Nina.