Jan

Meaning & origin

Jan is the Low German form of John, widely used in the Low German-speaking regions with a long-standing tradition. In Dutch, Jan is also an independent given name. Notable bearers include the musician Jan Delay and actor Jan Josef Liefers. The name carries a strong cultural presence across various European languages.

First names similar to Jan

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Famous people with the first name Jan

• Jan Pol German Evangelical Lutheran pastor
• Jan Błachowicz Polish mixed martial artist
• Jan-Michael Vincent American actor
• Jan Hus Christian reformer and martyr

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