Johannah
Johannah is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
God is gracious.
Origin and history
Johannah is a feminine given name of Hebrew origin, serving as a variant spelling of Joanna or Johanna. Historically derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan, it translates to 'God is gracious'. In the United States, it is an established but uncommon spelling choice, maintaining steady, modest usage over time.
Popularity in the United States
3,113 babies in the United States have been named Johannah since 1880. It ranks #3186 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1974.
States where it is most popular
- CA (31.9 %)
- TX (15.3 %)
- NY (10.8 %)
- MN (8.8 %)
- TN (5.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 39 |
| 1890-1900 | 51 |
| 1900-1910 | 24 |
| 1910-1920 | 60 |
| 1920-1930 | 62 |
| 1930-1940 | 63 |
| 1940-1950 | 115 |
| 1950-1960 | 107 |
| 1960-1970 | 110 |
| 1970-1980 | 205 |
| 1980-1990 | 374 |
| 1990-2000 | 567 |
| 2000-2010 | 576 |
| 2010-2019 | 633 |
| 2020-2029 | 127 |
Nicknames
Jo, Joey, Hannah
Fun facts
- Johannah includes the double 'n' and final 'h', combining elements of standard Johanna with the traditional spelling of Hannah.
- The name shares its ultimate root with John, Joan, and Joanna, originating from Yehochanan.