Male Name
Hovo
hɔ.ˈvɔ
Overview
Gender
masculine
Origin
Writing Systems
ՀովոArmenian
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
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Meaning & Etymology
Hovo is a diminutive form of the name Hovhannes, which is the Armenian equivalent of John. The name Hovhannes itself has biblical origins, derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious.' Hovo, as a diminutive, carries a sense of endearment and familiarity, often used in informal or familial contexts.
Etymology
Original Form:
Hovhannes
Evolution:
The name Hovhannes evolved from the Hebrew name Yochanan, which was adapted into Greek as Ioannes, and then into Armenian as Hovhannes. The diminutive form Hovo emerged as a casual and affectionate va...
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