Yannis

Yannis is a masculine given name of Greek origin. It is derived from Ioannes, the Greek form of John, and is commonly transliterated in English as Yannis, Yiannis, or Giannis, while the formal Greek spelling is Ioannis. In modern Greek usage, Yannis or Giannis is often used as a familiar form of Ioannis. The name has been borne by many figures in Greece and among the Greek diaspora, including artists, scientists, athletes, and politicians.

Notable people with the name include Yannis Philippakis (born 1986), the Greek-born British musician who is the lead singer of the indie rock band Foals; Yannis Varoufakis (born 1961), a Greek economist who served as minister of finance in 2015; and Yannis Antetokounmpo (born 1994), a Greek-Nigerian professional basketball player for the Milwaukee Bucks, commonly known as Giannis.

Variants and usage: Yiannis and Ioannis are common Greek spellings, with Yiannis and Giannis frequently used in English-language contexts. The name remains popular in Greece and among Greek communities worldwide, and it appears across various cultural and professional domains.