Iōhannēs
masculine
The English name John is translated into Latin as Iōhannēs. Wiktionary also lists Iōannēs and Jōhannēs.
Meaning: male given name (name)
Ways to say it
| Latin | Note |
|---|---|
| Iōhannēs | masculine |
| Iōannēs | masculine |
| Jōhannēs | masculine |
The phrase refers to a male given name.
Which one should you use?
The spelling with an 'I' instead of a 'J' is the standard way to represent the name in Classical Latin. The form Jōhannēs is an alternative spelling. The form Iōannēs is also a valid variation.
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
The form Iōhannēs is the nominative singular, used when John is the subject of a sentence.
Did you know?
- The name Iōhannēs is actually a linguistic traveler that originated in Hebrew as 'Yohanan', passing through Greek before reaching Latin.
- Because it is a Greek loanword, the name follows Greek declension patterns rather than the standard patterns of traditional Roman names like 'Marcus'.
- The Latin form Iōhannēs served as the root for dozens of European variations, including the Spanish 'Juan', French 'Jean' and German 'Johannes'.
Examples in context
- Thōmās et Iōannēs sunt geminī.Tom and John are twins.This sentence is useful for seeing the name Iōannēs used as a subject.Tatoeba #5093171 by Wezel, translation #3956086 by CK
- Iōhannēs est amīcus meus.John is my friend.
- Iōhannēs epistulam scrībit.John is writing a letter.
- 1 more sentence on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Marcus and Claudia are looking for their friend.
- MarcusUbi est Iōhannēs?Where is John?
- ClaudiaIōhannēs in villā habitat.John lives in the villa.
- MarcusEum nunc visitabimus.We will visit him now.
- ClaudiaIta, eamus celeriter.Yes, let us go quickly.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “john” translations, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
