Johnny vs Wells

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Johnny

Boy #458 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"Yahweh is merciful"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #377 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"one who lives near the wells or springs"

Origin: Old English

English American

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Johnny Rank #458

Wells Rank #377

Wells is more popular, ranked #377 vs #458 for Johnny.

Is Johnny or Wells more popular?

Wells is more popular, ranked #377 compared to Johnny at #458 in the United States.

What do Johnny and Wells mean?

Johnny means "Yahweh is merciful" (Hebrew origin). Wells means "one who lives near the wells or springs" (Old English origin).

Are Johnny and Wells boy or girl names?

Johnny is primarily a boy name. Wells is primarily a boy name.