Ivan is a strong and classic name with Slavic roots, derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning “God is gracious.†Widely used across Russia, Bulgaria, Serbia, and other Slavic countries, Ivan is the Eastern European counterpart to John. Historical and literary figures like Ivan the Great and Ivan Turgenev give this name a powerful legacy. With its bold yet refined feel, Ivan strikes a balance between traditional and modern.
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