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Jon vs Joan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jon

Boy #893 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American Scandinavian Welsh English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#893
Total SSA Count
265
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Joan

Boy #1,014 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Catalan American Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,014
Total SSA Count
220
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jon Rank #893
Joan Rank #1,014

Jon is more popular, ranked #893 vs #1014 for Joan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jon or Joan more popular?

Jon is more popular, ranked #893 compared to Joan at #1014 in the United States.

What do Jon and Joan mean?

Jon means "God is gracious" (Hebrew origin). Joan means "God is gracious" (Hebrew origin).

Are Jon and Joan boy or girl names?

Jon is primarily a boy name. Joan is primarily a boy name.

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