Josanna
Josanna is a girl baby name. Ranked #36,137 in the US, popular nicknames include Jos, Joy, and Josie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Josanna first appeared in US Social Security records in 1956.
Over 104 babies have been named Josanna in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Josanna is past its peak , currently ranked #36,137 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #36,137
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Nicknames
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About the Name Josanna
Josanna is a girl name .
Josanna is currently ranked #36,137 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Josanna include Jos, Joy, Josie, and Josaie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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