Ion

God is gracious

GenderBoyOriginRomanianSay itYOHNPopularityTop 100
Pronounced YOHN

About the name Ion

Ion is the quintessential Romanian name, the local form of John, and has been given to generations of boys across the country. It's timeless, simple, and deeply rooted.

Warm-hearted and humble, deeply connected to family and tradition.

Fun fact

Ion is so common in Romania it once functioned almost like 'everyman,' similar to 'John Doe.'

Nicknames for Ion

IonuțIonel

Famous people named Ion

  • Ion Luca Caragiale (playwright)
  • Ion Țiriac (tennis player and businessman)

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