Johan Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Johan Name at a Glance

Name	Johan
Meaning	Swedish form of John 'gift from God'.
Origin	Swedish
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Johan Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Johan means “Swedish form of John 'gift from God”. 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.

Johan Name Origin

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

Is Johan a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Johan

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