Male Name
Ianto
ˈjan.tɔ
Overview
Gender
masculine
Origin
Categories
architects
educators
grace
inventors
isograms
teachers
Torchwood characters
virtues
writers
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
76/100
classic65%
upper class65%
wholesome100%
strong65%
refined80%
strange100%
serious65%
Meaning & Etymology
Ianto is a diminutive form of the Welsh name Ifan, which is the Welsh variant of John. The name John itself originates from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'Yahweh is gracious'. Ianto is commonly used in Wales and among Welsh-speaking communities, reflecting the cultural and linguistic heritage of the region.
Etymology
Original Form:
Ifan
Evolution:
Ianto evolved as a diminutive form of Ifan, which itself is derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan.
Source:
Welsh naming traditions and linguistic studies.