Juan

Meaning of Juan

Juan is the Spanish version of John, and it means "God is gracious."

Juan has Spanish roots — browse every Spanish baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Juan

Juan has cooled off, slipping to #159 in 2025, down from a peak of #48 in 2000.

Notable people named Juan

• Juan Gabriel
  Mexican singer and songwriter
• Juan Manuel Fangio
  Argentine racing driver
• Juan Carlos I
  Former King of Spain
• Juan Martin del Potro
  Argentine tennis player
• Juan Luis Guerra
  Dominican singer and musician

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Questions about the name Juan

What does the name Juan mean?

Juan means juan is the spanish version of john, and it means "god is gracious.", and it comes from Spanish origins.

Is Juan a boy's or a girl's name?

Juan is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Juan?

In 2025, Juan ranked #159 for boys, down from #137 the year before.

When was Juan most popular?

Juan peaked at #48 in 2000.