Johne
Johne is a boy baby name. Ranked #28,931 in the US, popular nicknames include Joh, Joy, and Johie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Johne first appeared in US Social Security records in 1962.
Over 32 babies have been named Johne in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Johne is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #28,931 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #28,931
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, quick 1-1 syllable combo
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Timeless choice, quick 1-1 syllable combo
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, quick 1-1 syllable combo
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Also a Girl Name
Johne is also used as a girl name, ranked #51847.
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About the Name Johne
Johne is a boy name .
Is Johne a boy or girl name? Johne is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #28,931 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #51,847. Johne is more commonly used as a boy name.
Johne is currently ranked #28,931 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Johne include Joh, Joy, and Johie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Johne include John, Johnny, Johnathan, Johnpaul, Johnathon . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis