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Johanna

“God is gracious” — German

GirlGerman3 syllablesCurrent rank #848 (2024)

About Johanna

Rooted in German heritage, Johanna is a deeply elegant girl's name meaning "God is gracious." This dignified classic flows with a soft, lyrical beauty that feels both traditional and incredibly fresh. It is a sophisticated and globally embraced choice with endless vintage appeal.

Quick Facts

GenderGirl
OriginGerman
Syllables3

Nicknames for Johanna

JohaJohJohieJohyHanna

Popularity in the U.S.

Johanna ranks #848 in U.S. SSA 2024 girls data with 318 births..

Current #8485Y +274%Peak 2021
01002003004008081828386212223241880: 64 births1881: 58 births1882: 74 births1883: 85 births1886: 105 births2021: 408 births2022: 358 births2023: 374 births2024: 318 births

Johanna popularity chartUse the Births and Rank buttons to change the metric. The data values are listed below.Johanna had 318 births in 2024.

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YearBirthsRank
188064#191
188158#198
188274#188
188385#180
1886105#193
2021408#705
2022358#789
2023374#753
2024318#848

Middle Name Ideas

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Johanna mean?

Johanna is commonly linked to the meaning God is gracious and is associated with German roots.

Is Johanna a popular baby name in the U.S.?

Johanna ranks #848 in U.S. SSA 2024 girls data with 318 births..

What are common nicknames for Johanna?

Popular nicknames include Joha, Joh, Johie, Johy, Hanna.