Modern Greek transcription of Ioannes.
Biblical namesake: John the Baptist was a prophet who baptized Jesus and called people to repentance. He is a central figure in the Gospels, remembered for preparing the way for Jesus. (Matthew · Matthew 3, Mark 1, Luke 3)
Saintly namesake: John of Damascus was an 8th-century monk and theologian, renowned for his hymns and defense of icons. He is one of many saints named John. (December 4 · 8th century)
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