Johnnie
Johnnie is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
God is gracious.
Origin and history
Johnnie is a diminutive of John, ultimately derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan meaning Yahweh is gracious. While historically used for both boys and girls in the United States, it achieved significant popularity for females in the mid-20th century. Today, it remains a charming vintage choice with a casual, diminutive feel.
Popularity in the United States
49,196 babies in the United States have been named Johnnie since 1880. It ranks #594 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1871.
States where it is most popular
- TX (18.1 %)
- GA (14 %)
- AL (13.8 %)
- MS (11.4 %)
- TN (6.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 323 |
| 1890-1900 | 779 |
| 1900-1910 | 1,813 |
| 1910-1920 | 5,492 |
| 1920-1930 | 10,066 |
| 1930-1940 | 9,063 |
| 1940-1950 | 9,750 |
| 1950-1960 | 6,185 |
| 1960-1970 | 2,664 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,229 |
| 1980-1990 | 581 |
| 1990-2000 | 491 |
| 2000-2010 | 230 |
| 2010-2019 | 300 |
| 2020-2029 | 230 |
Famous people named Johnnie
- Johnnie Mae Matthews: Singer, Songwriter
Fun facts
- Johnnie was exceptionally common for females in the U.S. in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, often ranking in the top 200.
- The '-ie' ending historically made Johnnie a frequent spelling choice for girls compared to the '-y' ending.