Jan Aas

Jan Aas is a Norwegian male name. It is a relatively common given name in Norway. "Jan" is a given name of Dutch or Frisian origin, ultimately derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan meaning "God is gracious." "Aas" is a Norwegian surname. As a surname, it's often derived from the Old Norse word "áss," meaning "god" or "deity," or it can be a topographic name from "ås," meaning "ridge" or "hill." Thus, the name "Jan Aas" combines a common given name with a common surname in Norway.