Yiannis
“God is gracious”
Greece origin · Boy name
#3993US 2023
28Births / yr
↑Rising
268All-time births
📅 Since 198100
How to pronounce Yiannis
YEE·AN·eez
/ˈjiː.ˈæn.iːz/ · stress on YEE · 3 syllables
“God is gracious”
Greece origin · Boy name
What does Yiannis mean and where does it come from?
Yiannis is a modern Greek variant of the name John (Ιωάννης). It derives from the Hebrew name Yochanan (יוחנן) which means 'God is gracious'. The name is quite popular in Greece and among Greek communities worldwide. Notable people with this name include Yiannis Boutaris, a prominent Greek politicia
Cultural significance
Yiannis has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Greece-speaking communities, where it reflects values of god is gracious.
Peak popularity
Reached #3794 in 1996 — currently #3993 in the US.
What middle names flow best with Yiannis?
Yiannis works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Yiannis Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Yiannis Rose
Floral · soft ending
Yiannis Mae
Sweet · timeless
Yiannis Claire
French influence · crisp
Yiannis Jane
Literary · strong
Yiannis Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Yiannis right now?
Rising fast — up 440 spots — currently #3993 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
The story of Yiannis
Yiannis is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1981. With 268 total births recorded, Yiannis remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #4674 in 1985 to #3993 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Yiannis in 1996:
Yiannis by decade
Yiannis peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|---|---|
| 1980s | 20 | |
| 1990s | 78 | |
| 2000s | 56 | |
| 2010s ★ | 93 | |
| 2020s | 21 |
Yiannis has only 268 total recorded births since 1981 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Yiannis?
ARMENIAN
HovikHovo
BRETON
YanickYannicYannick
BULGARIAN
IvoYanko
CROATIAN
IvicaIvoJankoVanja
What names sound and feel like Yiannis?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Yiannis also consider these
How is Yiannis written in other languages?
Γιαννης
Greek
What are the girl versions of Yiannis?
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Common questions about the name Yiannis
What does the name Yiannis mean?
Yiannis means "God is gracious" — a name rooted in Greece tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Yiannis?
Yiannis is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Yiannis have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Yiannis?
Yiannis originates from Greece tradition. Greece names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How do you pronounce the name Yiannis?
Yiannis is a three-syllable name pronounced Y IY1 AE1 N IY0 Z. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
What sibling names go well with Yiannis?
Yiannis pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Greece heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
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