Hovhannes
God is gracious; Armenian form of John
GenderBoyOriginArmenianSay ithoh-vah-NESSPopularityUncommon
Pronounced hoh-vah-NESS
About the name Hovhannes
Hovhannes is the Armenian form of John, a name carried by poets, kings, and saints alike. It's a classic, deeply rooted choice full of grace.
Gentle, artistic, and deeply thoughtful.
Fun fact
Hovhannes Tumanyan is celebrated as the national poet of Armenia, beloved for his fables and verse.
Nicknames for Hovhannes
HovoOhan
Famous people named Hovhannes
- Hovhannes Tumanyan (national poet)
- Hovhannes Aivazovsky (painter)
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