Juan
6 synonyms for Juan, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Name — A male given name from Spanish, equivalent to the English name John.
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Juanito
Joao
Etymology
From Spanish, ultimately tracing back through Latin and Greek to the Hebrew name that also gave English "John."
Full origin of Juan →Frequently asked questions
What does “Juan” mean?
The word “Juan” means a male given name from Spanish, equivalent to the English name John. In plain terms, the Spanish equivalent of the name John.
How do you pronounce “Juan”?
“Juan” is pronounced ahn (/ʍɑːn/ in IPA).
How do you use “Juan” in a sentence?
Here is “Juan” used in a sentence: “Juan moved to Madrid to study architecture.”
What part of speech is “Juan”?
“Juan” is a name.
Where does the word “Juan” come from?
The word “Juan” comes from Latin. From Spanish, ultimately tracing back through Latin and Greek to the Hebrew name that also gave English "John.".
Is “Juan” a common word?
“Juan” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is the difference between the names Juan and John?
Juan is the Spanish form of the male given name John. They are the same name in origin, so a Spanish speaker named Juan corresponds to an English speaker named John.
Is Juan a first name or a surname?
Juan is a male given name, meaning it is used as a first name. It is very common in Spanish-speaking countries.
What is the feminine form of the name Juan?
The feminine form of Juan in Spanish is Juana, and the diminutive Juanita is also common. All share the same root as the name Juan itself.
