Nan Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Nan is listed in our database as a girl name of French origin. Its recorded meaning is “Variant of Anne: favor; grace”.

Nan Name at a Glance

Name Nan
Meaning Variant of Anne: favor; grace.
Origin French
Gender Girl

What Does the Name Nan Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Nan means “Variant of Anne: favor; grace”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Nan Name Origin

Our database records Nan under French origin. Browse more French baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Nan a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Nan is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Nan

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