Jean-Baptiste
A compound name combining Jean (God is gracious) and Baptiste (baptiser), referring to Saint John the Baptist who baptised Jesus Christ.
Meaning and origin
Jean-Baptiste is a traditional French compound name that honours Saint John the Baptist, one of the most significant figures in Christian history.
How to pronounce Jean-Baptiste
| French (France) | zhahn bap-TEEST |
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