Joanne
Joanne is a girl's name of French origin.
Meaning
God is gracious.
Origin and history
Joanne is a classic English feminine name derived from the French Jeanne, ultimately originating from the Hebrew name Yochanan. It enjoyed peak popularity in the mid-20th century in the United States and remains a familiar, traditional choice. Today, it is less common for newborns but retains a timeless, recognizable presence.
Popularity in the United States
211,970 babies in the United States have been named Joanne since 1880. It ranks #185 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1674.
States where it is most popular
- NY (16.3 %)
- PA (11.4 %)
- CA (7.7 %)
- MA (7.6 %)
- IL (6.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 5 |
| 1890-1900 | 11 |
| 1900-1910 | 93 |
| 1910-1920 | 825 |
| 1920-1930 | 8,391 |
| 1930-1940 | 40,581 |
| 1940-1950 | 51,655 |
| 1950-1960 | 53,568 |
| 1960-1970 | 33,363 |
| 1970-1980 | 11,997 |
| 1980-1990 | 5,430 |
| 1990-2000 | 3,000 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,626 |
| 2010-2019 | 998 |
| 2020-2029 | 427 |
Famous people named Joanne
- Joanne Rowling: Author, Philanthropist
- Joanne Woodward: Actress, Producer
Nicknames
Jo, Joey, Joni
Fun facts
- Joanne is the full first name of J.K. Rowling, author of the Harry Potter series.
- The name was exceptionally popular in the 1930s and 1940s in the United States before gradually declining.