Ivan Hough

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Ivan Hough — God is gracious
80K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Ivan Hough is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Ivan is a masculine given name of Greek origin. Ivan (Cyrillic: Иван) is a male given name of Slavic origin, related to a variant of the Greek name Iōánnēs (English: John), which in turn derives from the Hebrew יוֹחָנָן (Yôḥānnān), meaning "God is gracious". The name is strongly associated with Slavic countries and cultures. Ivan is a very common name in Russia, Ukraine, Croatia, Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Slovenia, Bulgaria, Belarus, North Macedonia, and Montenegro. It has also gained popularity in several Romance-speaking countries since the 20th century. The surname Hough: Barrie Hough (1953–2004), South African writer Charlotte Hough (1924–2008), British author David L. Hough (born 1937), American writer on motorcycles Donald Hough (1895–c. 1965), American humorist and author Emerson Hough (1857–1923), American author Graham Hough (1908–1990), English literary critic and poet Henry Beetle Hough (1896–1985), American journalist Hugh Hough (1924–1986), American author Jason M. Ivan is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 80K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Ivan reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Ivan

Meaning: God is gracious

Greek

Ivan (Cyrillic: Иван) is a male given name of Slavic origin, related to a variant of the Greek name Iōánnēs (English: John), which in turn derives from the Hebrew יוֹחָנָן (Yôḥānnān), meaning "God is gracious". The name is strongly associated with Slavic countries and cultures. Ivan is a very common name in Russia, Ukraine, Croatia, Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Slovenia, Bulgaria, Belarus, North Macedonia, and Montenegro. It has also gained popularity in several Romance-speaking countries since the 20th century.

Surname: Hough

English

Barrie Hough (1953–2004), South African writer Charlotte Hough (1924–2008), British author David L. Hough (born 1937), American writer on motorcycles Donald Hough (1895–c. 1965), American humorist and author Emerson Hough (1857–1923), American author Graham Hough (1908–1990), English literary critic and poet Henry Beetle Hough (1896–1985), American journalist Hugh Hough (1924–1986), American author Jason M.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Ivan is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Ivan by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Ivan Hough:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

1
Soul Urge Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Ivan?
The first name Ivan originates from Greek. Ivan (Cyrillic: Иван) is a male given name of Slavic origin, related to a variant of the Greek name Iōánnēs (English: John), which in turn derives from the Hebrew יוֹחָנָן (Yôḥānnān), meaning "God is gracious". The name is strongly associated with Slavic countries and cultures. Ivan is a very common name in Russia, Ukraine, Croatia, Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Slovenia, Bulgaria, Belarus, North Macedonia, and Montenegro. It has also gained popularity in several Romance-speaking countries since the 20th century.
When was Ivan most popular?
The name Ivan reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Hough?
The surname Hough originates from English. Barrie Hough (1953–2004), South African writer Charlotte Hough (1924–2008), British author David L. Hough (born 1937), American writer on motorcycles Donald Hough (1895–c. 1965), American humorist and author Emerson Hough (1857–1923), American author Graham Hough (1908–1990), English literary critic and poet Henry Beetle Hough (1896–1985), American journalist Hugh Hough (1924–1986), American author Jason M.
What are the origins of the name Ivan Hough?
The name Ivan Hough combines two different traditions: the first name Ivan has Greek roots, while the surname Hough originates from English.
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