John
jaw-n
By Alison Meehan
Content Writer
Content Writer
Updated
March 17, 2023
March 17, 2023
Popularity:39
Origin:Hebrew
Meaning:God is gracious
John is a masculine name of Hebrew origin, derived from "Yohannan," meaning "God is gracious." While originally a biblical name, it remains a popular choice for boys of all backgrounds throughout the world. With variants including Jack, Shane, and Eoin, John gives you plenty of scope to call baby after a loved one or continue a family tradition. Whatever you take from it, baby John may be encouraged to appreciate life's blessings with this classic namesake.
Famous People Named John
Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
- JohnPhilippa and King Edward III
- Elton JohnSinger
- John AdamsUnited States President
- John CandyComedian
- John CarlosCivil Rights Activist
- John CarpenterDirector
- John C. CalhounUnited States Vice President
- John CleeseComedian
- John ColtraneMusician
- John DenverMusician, Singer
- John ElwayFootball Player
- John EricssonInventor
- John F. KennedyUnited States President
- John F. Kennedy Jr.Publisher
- John FordDirector
- John GlennAstronaut
- John KeatsPoet
- John KrasinskiActor
- John LennonMusician, Singer
- John LewisCivil Rights Activist
- John Logie BairdInventor
- John LydonMusician
- John MayerSinger
- John McCraePoet
- John McEnroeTennis Player
- John MiltonPoet
- John Paul JonesMusician
- John Philip SousaComposer
- John Quincy AdamsUnited States President
- John SteinbeckAuthor
- John StocktonBasketball Player
- John TravoltaActor
- John TylerUnited States President
- John WayneActor
- John WilliamsComposer
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