Yann

Yann is a Breton form of John, itself derived from the Hebrew name Yohanan, meaning God is gracious. It developed as the distinctly Breton adaptation of the name that spread throughout Europe following the influence of early Christian figures, particularly John the Baptist and John the Apostle. The name is closely associated with Breton cultural identity and remains popular in the region today. Related forms include Yan, Yannick, and Yannig in Breton and French contexts, as well as the wider family of John-derived names such as Jean, Ian, and Ivan.