What origin is the name Ifan?

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

What are good sister names for Ifan?

Names from the same Welsh tradition pair naturally with Ifan — for example Megan, Elin, Gwen. You can browse more on our Welsh names page.

Ifan

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Ifan

Ifan

Boy

Welsh

2 syllables

Ifan is a Welsh boy's name meaning "God is gracious".

Parents who choose Ifan pick a boy name from the Welsh tradition, meaning "God is gracious". At just 4 letters, it is short and easy to say. It has 2 syllables.

Origin: Welsh
Gender: Boy
Syllables: 2

Last updated 22 October 2026.

Meaning

God is gracious

Popularity

No birth-record data (source: not in US birth records; popularity in India is not tracked)

Quick answers about Ifan

What does Ifan mean?

Ifan is a boy name of Welsh origin meaning "God is gracious".

How popular is Ifan?

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