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The name Ian is a Scottish variant of the name John. The origin of the name is derived from the Hebrew name Yohanan, which means "God is gracious." Ian also has Irish and Gaelic roots, in which it means "gift from God." It is a popular name in Scotland, Ireland, and other English-speaking countries.A famous bearer of the name is Scottish actor Ian McKellen, famous for his roles in the "Lord of the Rings" and "X-men" franchises. Other famous Ians include musician Ian Anderson of the band Jethro Tull and journalist Ian Fleming, the creator of James Bond.

The name Ian is most popular in Scotland, but it is also popular in other English-speaking countries such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.

If you like the name Ian but are looking for some variations, here are some similar options to consider:

• Evan
• Sean
• Ryan
• Owen
• Liam
• Adrian
• Iain
• Kian
• Ewan
• Juan