Ion - Last Names

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Ion

/iˈɒn/

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Moderate

Meaning

God is gracious

Represents divine favor and spiritual blessing, reflecting a long-standing tradition of faith and reverence.

Symbolism

Embodies grace, piety, and the enduring influence of biblical heritage within Eastern European and Mediterranean cultures.

Etymology: Derived from the Greek name 'Iōn' (Ἰών), itself a shortened form of 'Ioannes', equivalent to the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'Yahweh is gracious'. It entered Romanian usage as both a given name and a patronymic surname.

Style & Origin

traditional

european

Cultural Background

Primarily found in Romanian and Greek contexts, the name Ion has deep ties to religious and scholarl

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