Johann
Johann is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
God is gracious.
Origin and history
Johann is the classical German form of John, ultimately derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan. It has a long history in European culture, particularly associated with music and philosophy. In the United States, it remains a recognized but relatively uncommon choice.
Popularity in the United States
4,869 babies in the United States have been named Johann since 1880. It ranks #1751 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1429.
States where it is most popular
- CA (36 %)
- TX (14.2 %)
- NY (13.8 %)
- FL (10.4 %)
- NJ (5.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 21 |
| 1920-1930 | 5 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 21 |
| 1950-1960 | 88 |
| 1960-1970 | 161 |
| 1970-1980 | 361 |
| 1980-1990 | 405 |
| 1990-2000 | 472 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,257 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,570 |
| 2020-2029 | 508 |
Famous people named Johann
- Johann Sebastian Bach: Composer, Musician
- Johann Wolfgang von Goethe: Writer, Statesman
Fun facts
- The name is strongly associated with famous German figures, notably composer Johann Sebastian Bach.
- It is a direct Germanic cognate of the English name John and the Spanish name Juan.