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Name Origin

Juan is the Spanish variant of the name John, which originates from the Hebrew name Yohanan. It means 'God is gracious' or 'Yahweh has been gracious'.

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Famous People

Juan Ponce de León (1474-1521)

Spanish explorer and conquistador

  • Explored and colonized Puerto Rico
  • Led the first expedition to Florida searching for the Fountain of Youth

Juan Perón (1895-1974)

Argentine military officer and politician

  • Served three terms as President of Argentina
  • Championed social justice and economic nationalism

Juan Manuel Fangio (1911-1995)

Argentine Formula One racing driver

  • Five-time Formula One World Champion
  • Considered one of the greatest racing drivers of all time

Juan Carlos I (1938-)

Former King of Spain

  • Oversaw Spain's transition to democracy after Franco's dictatorship

Juan Gabriel (1950-2016)

Mexican singer-songwriter

  • Sold over 100 million records worldwide
  • Known for his romantic ballads and mariachi music