Johanna
Johanna is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
God is gracious.
Origin and history
Johanna is a traditional feminine name of Hebrew origin, derived from Yochanan meaning 'God is gracious'. It spread across Europe through Late Latin and German traditions and has remained a classic choice in the United States over the centuries. Today, it offers a timeless and elegant alternative to the more common Joanna and Hannah.
Popularity in the United States
54,247 babies in the United States have been named Johanna since 1880. It ranks #554 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #734.
States where it is most popular
- CA (16.6 %)
- NY (14.6 %)
- TX (7.9 %)
- PA (6.3 %)
- IL (5.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 864 |
| 1890-1900 | 1,373 |
| 1900-1910 | 1,124 |
| 1910-1920 | 2,542 |
| 1920-1930 | 2,634 |
| 1930-1940 | 2,526 |
| 1940-1950 | 2,789 |
| 1950-1960 | 2,634 |
| 1960-1970 | 3,525 |
| 1970-1980 | 5,177 |
| 1980-1990 | 8,163 |
| 1990-2000 | 6,050 |
| 2000-2010 | 6,790 |
| 2010-2019 | 5,836 |
| 2020-2029 | 2,220 |
Famous people named Johanna
- Johanna Spyri: Author, Writer
- Johanna Braddy: Actress
- Johanna Konta: Athlete, Tennis Player
Nicknames
Jo, Joey, Hanna, Joanie
Fun facts
- The name is famous in American popular culture as the subject of Bob Dylan's acclaimed 1966 song 'Visions of Johanna'.
- Johanna Spyri was the Swiss author who created the beloved children's book character Heidi.