Iohannes
Iohannes is a Latin form of the given name John, used in Latin-language texts, scholarly works, and ecclesiastical contexts. It represents the same root as the English John and the various vernacular forms across Europe.
Etymology and form variations: The name derives from the Hebrew Yochanan, meaning “Yahweh is gracious” or “God
Usage and scope: Iohannes has been widely used in religious, literary, and scholarly contexts. In the Latin
Notable bearers and examples: Notable individuals associated with the Latin form include Ioannes Scotus Eriugena, a
Relations and cognates: The name’s widespread adoption across Europe led to many regional variants, while the