Joan vs April

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Joan

Girl #1,238 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew

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Girl #502 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to open (spring)"

Origin: Latin

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Joan Rank #1,238

April Rank #502

April is more popular, ranked #502 vs #1238 for Joan.

Is Joan or April more popular?

April is more popular, ranked #502 compared to Joan at #1238 in the United States.

What do Joan and April mean?

Joan means "God is gracious" (Hebrew origin). April means "to open (spring)" (Latin origin).

Are Joan and April boy or girl names?

Joan is primarily a girl name. April is primarily a girl name.