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Ivan

Ivan is a boy name of Hebrew origin, meaning Slavic form of John.

  • GenderBoy
  • OriginHebrew
  • StyleClassic
  • Syllables2
  • US rank#154

What does Ivan mean?

Slavic form of John

How popular is Ivan?

Popularity in the United States

Ivan has been given to 139,046 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 2000s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

About 1 in 680 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Ivan per year in the United States, 1880–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Ivan has been given to 9,778 babies in France since 1900, peaking in the 1970s. Its use has declined since that peak.

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Babies named Ivan per year in France, 1900–2022. Source: INSEE

Popularity in Spain

There are 136,367 people called Ivan living in Spain, with an average age of 28.4.

139,046 Babies named since 1880
2000s Peak decade
Rising Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Ivan

What does the name Ivan mean?

Ivan means Slavic form of John. It is of Hebrew origin.

Is Ivan a boy's or a girl's name?

Ivan is most often given to boys.

How popular is the name Ivan?

Ivan has been given to 139,046 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 2000s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.