Do you know anyone in your social circle by the name of Ian? If your answer is yes, then today (July 5) is the day to celebrate Ian and make him feel special!
Ian is one of the most common names in English-speaking countries and Scotland. It has been ranked in the top 100 baby boy names in the United States since 1982.
Each year, National Ian Day is celebrated on July 5 in the U.S. to celebrate the Ian’s across the world.
Origin of the name Ian
Thinking of naming your newborn son Ian? Then here are some fun facts to know about the origin of the name Ian.
The name Ian has Scottish origin and is said to have been derived from the Hebrew term Yohanan, translated as John in English, and means ‘God is gracious’.
Apart from its biblical origin, Ian is a preferred name of choice for baby boys by some parents because it can be written and spelt easily.
Males with the name Ian are also said to have notable personality traits such as intelligence, kindness, humour and charm.
Notable people with the name Ian
Ian Flemming
Ian Fleming is a famous British writer who is widely known for his novels on the James Bond series and created the fictional James Bond character, a British secret service agent in 1953.
Fleming was a man who wore many hats, having served in several career fields such as journalist, banker, stockbroker and a high-ranking officer in the British naval intelligence during World War II.
Fleming also spent some time in Jamaica after World War II writing his James Bond books from his winter home in Jamaica. Some of his work in Casino Royale, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang and Dr No.
He died on August 12, 1964.
Ian Somerhalder
Ian Joseph Somerhalder is an American actor who is popularly known for playing the role of Damon Salvatore in the vampire romance series, The Vampire Diaries.
The 44-year-old actor has received several awards and nominations during his acting career notably the 2015 People’s Choice Awards and 2015 Teen Choice Awards for The Vampire Diaries.
Ian McKellen
Ian McKellen is a popular British actor who has a career spanning more than six decades and is widely known for his role in Shakespearean dramas, modern theatre, fantasy and science fiction.
McKellen received several awards such as a Tony Award, six Olivier Awards, and a Golden Globe Award.
He has also been nominated for two Academy Awards, five BAFTA Awards and five Emmy Awards.
Ian Boyne
Locally, Jamaica has several Ians across the length and breadth of the island. One of the well-known Ians in Jamaica is the now-deceased veteran Journalist Ian Boyne.
Ian Boyne had an illustrious career in media having won several journalism awards in print and television.
He was also a host of the longest-running television show on Jamaican television, Profile. He also served as Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Jamaica Public Service.
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