Joan Chan
/JAWAHN CHAHN/ Chinese Female
Meaning & Origin
Joan Chan is a Chinese name meaning "Joan is a feminine name meaning "God is gracious." Chan is a common Chinese surname.". Joan is derived from the Old French name Johanne, a feminine form of Johannes, which ultimately comes from the Hebrew name Yochanan meaning "God is gracious". Chan is a romanization of several different Chinese surnames, each with its own etymology related to ancestral origins or noble titles.
Quick Facts
Language Chinese
Gender Female
Phonetic JAWAHN CHAHN
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as JAWAHN CHAHN. Keep the original Chinese phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
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