Javan
Greece, Ionia
Biblical, Hebrew
Boy · J
Javan
“Greece, Ionia”
About this name
Javan is a Hebrew name for Greece and Ionia, from the region's own name. In Genesis, Javan was a son of Japheth and grandson of Noah, remembered as an ancestor of the Greek peoples.
It means "Greece, Ionia." Javan has Biblical and Hebrew origins. Javan has a popularity score of 25 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue. It is pronounced JAY-van. It is associated with themes of Heritage. Its listed personality traits are Curious and Adventurous. It has 2 syllables and 5 letters. Related names in the catalogue include Japheth, Noah and Tubal.
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What does the name Javan mean?
The name Javan means "Greece, Ionia."
What origin is the name Javan?
Javan has Biblical and Hebrew origins.
Is Javan a boy or girl name?
Javan is traditionally a boy's name.
How do you pronounce Javan?
Javan is pronounced JAY-van.
Is Javan popular?
Javan has a popularity score of 25 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue.
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