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Ean is a Manx variation of John, ultimately derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan. While it shares the same roots as Ian and Sean, it is a distinct spelling native to the Isle of Man. It represents a rare, minimalist alternative to more common biblical classics.
Less common today
Ean isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #762 in 2007.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
Bassist for the rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd
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