US Popularity:1511
Origin:Hebrew
Meaning:God is gracious
Johanna is a girl's name of Hebrew origins. Johanna is a respelling of Joanna, and mean "God is gracious." Its definition is perfect for parents looking for a spiritual etymology for their little cherub. The namesake was first seen in the Bible; Johanna was among 12 other female figures who walked alongside Jesus in the Gospel of Luke. This gorgeous name also caught the eye of musicians, as singer-songwriter Bob Dylan penned the tune Visions of Johanna, immortalizing the namesake forever.
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Johanna Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Johanna is currently #1139 on The Bump
Girl:Johanna is currently #511 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Johanna is currently #1511 in U.S. births
Girl:Johanna is currently #583 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
#1511
in 2022
- 156
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data

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Sources

  • 100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 171

  • Behind the Name, Johanna, June 2023

  • Behind the Name, John, December 2022

  • Name Doctor, Joanna

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