Joanie
Joanie is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
God is gracious.
Origin and history
Joanie is a diminutive form of Joan, derived from the Old French Jeanne and ultimately the Hebrew name Yehochanan. It enjoyed modest popularity in the mid-20th century in the United States and remains a familiar, friendly classic. In recent years, it sees gentle, steady use as a vintage diminutive choice.
Popularity in the United States
5,549 babies in the United States have been named Joanie since 1880. It ranks #2302 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1836.
States where it is most popular
- CA (14.8 %)
- TX (13.9 %)
- OH (8.2 %)
- NC (7.4 %)
- NY (5.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 90 |
| 1940-1950 | 305 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,298 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,150 |
| 1970-1980 | 821 |
| 1980-1990 | 946 |
| 1990-2000 | 257 |
| 2000-2010 | 184 |
| 2010-2019 | 233 |
| 2020-2029 | 265 |
Famous people named Joanie
- Joanie Laurer: Wrestler, Bodybuilder
- Joanie Sommers: Singer, Actress
Nicknames
Jo, Jojo
Fun facts
- The name gained widespread cultural recognition in the U.S. through the character Joanie Cunningham on the hit sitcom Happy Days.
- Like Joan and Jean, Joanie traces its roots back to the Hebrew name Yochanan.