St Ioannis (John) The Baptist Candle - Livani / Frankincense FragranceIoannis is a name of Greek origin, stemming from the Hebrew name Yohanan, which means God is gracious. The name passed through Greek and Latin cultures before becoming the familiar form that is used today. In the Greek language, Ioannis is the equivalent of the English name John, with the same etymological background and spiritual connotations. In the New Testament, John (the equivalent name in English) is a prominent figure. He was a Baptist preacher