Juan is a distinctive boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #1595 in 2024 with 16 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2006 with 42 births ranking #653. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 23.8%. In 2024, approximately 1 in every 17,362 boys born was named Juan. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Juan is the Spanish form of John and means "God is gracious". It is one of the most established and recognisable names across the Spanish-speaking world.
The name has been used for centuries in Hispanic naming and remains central in family, religious, and cultural traditions. Its broad use gives it great stability and familiarity.