"God is gracious"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
Johana
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Meaning & Origin
"YHWH is gracious"
Origin: Hebrew (Yochanan)
Language: Hebrew
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The Story of Johana
Johana is the Spanish and Central European variant of Johanna, the feminine form of Johannes (John), derived from the Hebrew Yochanan meaning God is gracious (from yo, a divine name, and chanan, to be gracious). The name traces back through Latin and Greek to its Hebrew roots, carried by early Christian missionaries across Europe.
Johana is the standard spelling in Spanish-speaking Latin America and Central European countries like Czech Republic and Slovakia, where it has remained consistently popular. It differs from the double-n Johanna spelling more common in German-speaking regions.
As a variant of John/Joan/Johanna, this name has been used by saints, royalty, and common people alike across Catholic Europe. Saint Johanna of Valois, Queen of France, is among the notable bearers.
Historical Record
Johana first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 6,843 babies have been named Johana in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Johana is past its peak , currently ranked #1,741 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The name John/Johanna has been among the most popular names in the Western world for over 1,000 years
- There are at least 13 saints named Johanna or its variants recognized by the Catholic Church
Johana in Other Languages
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Johana
German
Johanna
Hebrew
Yochana
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Johana
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Johana
Popularity Over Time
#1,741
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 2001
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Johana
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Johana Valkova
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1994
Czech tennis player who competed on the WTA tour
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Johana Duarte
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1985
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #1,741
- Total SSA Count
- 116
- Cultural Origins
- Spanish Czech Slovak Latin American
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Jo
Hana
Joha
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Frequently Asked Questions About Johana
What does the name Johana mean?
"God is gracious" (from Hebrew). "YHWH is gracious" (from Hebrew (Yochanan)). Johana is the Spanish and Central European variant of Johanna, the feminine form of Johannes (John), derived from the Hebrew Yochanan meaning God is gracious (from yo, a divine name, and chanan, to be gracious). The name traces back through Latin and Greek to its Hebrew roots, carried by early Christian missionaries across Europe.
What is the origin of the name Johana?
Johana has Hebrew, Hebrew (Yochanan), Spanish, Czech, Slovak, and Latin American origins. In Hebrew, it means "God is gracious". In Hebrew (Yochanan), it means "YHWH is gracious".
Is Johana a boy or girl name?
Johana is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #1741. As a boy name, it is ranked #41278. Johana is more commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Johana?
Johana is currently ranked #1741 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Johana?
Common nicknames for Johana include Hana and Joha.
What are good middle names for Johana?
Popular middle name pairings include Johana Maria, Johana Elena, Johana Isabel, Johana Sofia, Johana Lucia, and Johana Valentina.
What are good sibling names for Johana?
Names that pair well with Johana as siblings include Diego, Santiago, Isabella, Camila, Rafael, and Elena.
How many syllables does Johana have?
Johana has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Johana a common or rare name?
Johana is an uncommon name, ranked #1741 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Johana?
Are there other spellings for Johana?
Related spellings include Johanna.
About the Name Johana
Johana is a girl name with Spanish, Czech, Slovak, and Latin American origins . The name means "God is gracious" in Hebrew .
Is Johana a boy or girl name? Johana is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #1,741 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #41,278. Johana is more commonly used as a girl name.
Johana is currently ranked #1,741 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Johana has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Johana include Jo, Hana, and Joha. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Johana include Johanna . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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