Leif-Johan
Scandinavian · Boy · 3 syllables
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About the name Leif-Johan
Leif-Johan is a Scandinavian compound name combining "Leif" (from Old Norse *Leifr*, meaning "heir" or "descendant") and "Johan" (from Hebrew *Yohanan*, meaning "God is gracious").
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Etymology
Leif-Johan is a Scandinavian compound name combining "Leif" (from Old Norse *Leifr*, meaning "heir" or "descendant") and "Johan" (from Hebrew *Yohanan*, meaning "God is gracious"). The name is primarily used in Scandinavian countries, particularly Norway and Iceland, reflecting both Norse pagan heritage in the first element and Christian influence in the second element, with historical prominence among Nordic royalty and explorers.
Leif-Johan currently ranks #6,024 in the United States as a boy's name.
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