Juan (en. Juan)

/ʒɥɑ̃/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A common masculine first name in Hispanic cultures.
Juan is a very popular name in Spain.
Juan est un prénom très populaire en Espagne.
Used as a reference to a man in general.
Everyone knows a Juan in their neighborhood.
Tout le monde connaît un Juan dans son quartier.
A name associated with religious figures, such as Saint John.
Juan is often associated with Catholic traditions.
Juan est souvent associé à des traditions catholiques.

Etymology

The word 'Juan' comes from Spanish, derived from the Hebrew 'Yohanan', meaning 'God is merciful'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Juan and the others
Refers to a comparison between Juan and other people.
Juan et les autres
To play the Juan
To act in a typical or stereotypical manner for a person named Juan.
Faire le Juan

Related Words

Juana
The feminine version of the name Juan.
Juana
Juanito
An affectionate diminutive for Juan.
Juanito
Juanes
Stage name of a famous Colombian musician.
Juanes

Slang Meanings

A stylish man or a fashionably bantering man.
This guy is a real juan, always well-dressed.
Ce gars est un vrai juan, toujours bien habillé.
A close friend or buddy.
He has been my juan for years.
Il est mon juan depuis des années.