John | Definition, Etymology, Synonyms & Antonyms

John (noun)

Definition

John is a masculine given name commonly used in English-speaking countries. It has biblical origins and is derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning God is gracious.

Etymology

The name John is derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan, composed of the elements Yah (referring to God) and chanan (meaning gracious or merciful).

Example

• John is a kind and trustworthy friend who always supports me.
• My grandfather’s name is John, and he has a great sense of humor.
• John received a promotion at work for his outstanding performance.
• I met a man named John at the conference who shared interesting insights.

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