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Yann

YAN

jɑːn

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Yann

Name meaning and origin

Origin
Breton
Meaning
Breton form of John; God is gracious
Gender
male
Also spelled
Yan

Pronunciation tips

Rhymes with 'can'. The double 'n' makes the 'a' sound short and crisp.

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