Jhon
Jhon is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
God is gracious.
Origin and history
Jhon is a variant spelling of the classic name John, derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan. It carries the traditional meaning 'Yahweh is gracious' or 'God is gracious'. In the United States, it functions as a less common phonetic or creative spelling of John, widely used across Latin America as well.
Popularity in the United States
2,939 babies in the United States have been named Jhon since 1880. It ranks #2386 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1610.
States where it is most popular
- NY (48.1 %)
- FL (16.4 %)
- CA (12.4 %)
- TX (10 %)
- NJ (6.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 5 |
| 1890-1900 | 10 |
| 1900-1910 | 31 |
| 1910-1920 | 120 |
| 1920-1930 | 271 |
| 1930-1940 | 226 |
| 1940-1950 | 187 |
| 1950-1960 | 137 |
| 1960-1970 | 161 |
| 1970-1980 | 174 |
| 1980-1990 | 184 |
| 1990-2000 | 315 |
| 2000-2010 | 490 |
| 2010-2019 | 311 |
| 2020-2029 | 317 |
Famous people named Jhon
- Jhon Jhon: Footballer
- Jhon Lucumí: Footballer
- Jhon Durán: Footballer
Nicknames
Jhonny, Johnny
Fun facts
- Jhon is a modern alternative spelling of John, often used in Hispanic and Lusophone communities.
- The name originates from the Hebrew Yochanan, which translates to 'God has favored'.