Johnnie
Johnnie is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
God is gracious.
Origin and history
Johnnie is a classic English diminutive of John, which originates from the Hebrew name Yohanan. Historically popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries in the United States, it served both as an independent given name and a familiar nickname. Today, it remains a traditional, slightly vintage choice for boys.
Popularity in the United States
102,099 babies in the United States have been named Johnnie since 1880. It ranks #312 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1507.
States where it is most popular
- TX (10.4 %)
- GA (9.2 %)
- MS (8.8 %)
- NC (8.3 %)
- AL (7.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 572 |
| 1890-1900 | 1,160 |
| 1900-1910 | 2,781 |
| 1910-1920 | 10,426 |
| 1920-1930 | 17,295 |
| 1930-1940 | 15,333 |
| 1940-1950 | 16,422 |
| 1950-1960 | 14,046 |
| 1960-1970 | 9,149 |
| 1970-1980 | 5,920 |
| 1980-1990 | 3,702 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,373 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,448 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,049 |
| 2020-2029 | 423 |
Famous people named Johnnie
- Johnnie Cochran: Lawyer, Attorney
- Johnnie Taylor: Singer, Musician
- Johnnie Ray: Singer, Pianist
Nicknames
John, Jay
Fun facts
- Johnnie was extremely popular in the United States around the turn of the 20th century, regularly appearing in the top 100 names for boys.
- While Johnny is the more common contemporary spelling, the 'ie' ending was particularly favored in the late 1800s and early 1900s.