What origin is the name Hovhannes?

Hovhannes comes from Armenian naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

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Names from the same armenian tradition pair naturally with Hovhannes — for example Anoush, Gayane, Caroun. You can browse more on our armenian names page.

How is Hovhannes written in its native script?

Hovhannes is written Հովհաննես.

Hovhannes

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Hovhannes

Boy

Armenian

3 syllables

Hovhannes is an Armenian boy's name.

Hovhannes is a boy name found in official US birth records. At 9 letters it is a longer name, which leaves room for a nickname. It has 3 syllables.

Hindi script: Հովհաննես
Origin: Armenian
Gender: Boy
Syllables: 3

Last updated 23 October 2026.

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Written as Հովհաննես

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