Gracious
Yian is a modern phonetic variant of the Greek name Giannis, which is the Hellenic form of John. It ultimately derives from the Hebrew name Yochanan, signifying that God has been gracious.
Less common today
Yian isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,127 in 2025.
Three-time NCAA Division I wrestling champion
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
