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Like many surnames, the name Jahan is taken from a personal name common in the era when surnames began to be used. Johannes is the Germanic form of John, which comes from the Hebrew name "Yochanan," meaning "Jehovah has favored me with a son" and which became a very popular personal name in Europe because of two saints by the name, Saint John the Baptist and Saint John the Evangelist.
The surname Jahan was first found in Germany, where the name Jahan came from humble beginnings but gained a significant reputation for its contribution to the emerging mediaeval society. It later became more prominent as numerous branches of the same house acquired distant estates, some of which were located in other countries. Through the acquisition of these estates as well as their important contributions to society, the family successfully elevated their social status.
This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Jahan research. Another 68 words (5 lines of text) covering the years 1763 and 1844 are included under the topic Early Jahan History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Spelling variations of this family name include: Johan, Johanns, Johannes, Johanes, Johann and others.
More information is included under the topic Early Jahan Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
In France, the name Jahan is the 4,082nd most popular surname with an estimated 1,500 - 2,000 people with that name. 1