Johnny
Johnny is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
God is gracious.
Origin and history
Johnny is traditionally an English diminutive of John, derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan meaning 'God is gracious'. Although historically far more common for boys, it has been used as a feminine given name in the United States since at least the late 19th century. Its usage for girls remains relatively rare and vintage.
Popularity in the United States
3,778 babies in the United States have been named Johnny since 1880. It ranks #2873 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2062.
States where it is most popular
- TX (35.3 %)
- GA (13.4 %)
- CA (9.2 %)
- MS (9.1 %)
- AL (8.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 10 |
| 1900-1910 | 26 |
| 1910-1920 | 208 |
| 1920-1930 | 459 |
| 1930-1940 | 415 |
| 1940-1950 | 543 |
| 1950-1960 | 629 |
| 1960-1970 | 550 |
| 1970-1980 | 396 |
| 1980-1990 | 233 |
| 1990-2000 | 123 |
| 2000-2010 | 69 |
| 2010-2019 | 78 |
| 2020-2029 | 39 |
Famous people named Johnny
- Johnny Mitchell: Television Personality
Fun facts
- While originally a pet form of John, Johnny became established as an independent registered given name in the U.S.
- Over 3,700 females in the United States have been officially named Johnny since 1880.