Eoin Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation

Eoin means god is gracious. Irish form of John, from Hebrew Yohanan, meaning God is gracious

Eoin is the Irish version of John, a name that came into Irish from Latin and ultimately from the Hebrew Yohanan, meaning God is gracious. It was introduced with Christianity, and Saint John the Baptist and the apostle John gave it widespread currency. Over time it became fully Gaelic in style and spelling. The pronunciation is OH-in, though some English speakers expect something different from the spelling. It is a classic Irish choice and has been used steadily for centuries, appreciated for its brevity and its link to a venerable tradition.

Variants of Eoin

EionOwenEwanEoghan

Well-known people named Eoin

Eoin Colfer, Eoin Morgan.

Frequently asked questions