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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

  • Founded the first European settlement in Puerto Rico
  • Explored Florida searching for the Fountain of Youth

Juan Carlos I (1938-)

King of Spain (1975-2014)

  • Oversaw the transition of Spain to a democratic monarchy
  • Played a key role in Spain's entry into the European Union