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John vs Graham

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

John

Boy #21 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"Yahweh is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Irish American Christian Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#21
Total SSA Count
8,047
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

John Rank #21
Graham Rank #129

John is more popular, ranked #21 vs #129 for Graham.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is John or Graham more popular?

John is more popular, ranked #21 compared to Graham at #129 in the United States.

What do John and Graham mean?

John means "Yahweh is gracious" (Hebrew origin). Graham means "gravelly homestead" (Old English origin).

Are John and Graham boy or girl names?

John is primarily a boy name. Graham is primarily a boy name.

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