"YHWH has shown favor"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
Yohanna
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An ancient blessing name meaning God's grace
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The Story of Yohanna
Yohanna is a variant of Johanna, the feminine form of Johannes (John), derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan meaning 'God is gracious' or 'YHWH is gracious.' The Y-spelling reflects Ethiopian, Amharic, and some Semitic language traditions where the J sound is rendered as Y. This connects the name directly to its Hebrew roots more than the westernized Johanna form.
Yohanna is used across Ethiopia, Eritrea, and other East African countries with Christian traditions, as well as among diaspora communities. The spelling reflects the Hebrew and Ethiopic phonetic tradition, distinguishing it from the Scandinavian Johanna.
In Ethiopia and Eritrea, Yohanna is a traditional Christian name honoring Saint John the Baptist and Saint John the Apostle. The name holds deep religious significance in the Ethiopian Orthodox Church.
Historical Record
Yohanna first appeared in US Social Security records in 1972.
Over 987 babies have been named Yohanna in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Yohanna is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #3,282 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The name John and all its variants (including Yohanna) are among the most common names in the Christian world
- In the Ethiopian Orthodox tradition, saints' names like Yohanna are given to children as a form of spiritual protection
Yohanna in Other Languages
German
Johanna
Hebrew
יוֹחָנָה
Amharic
ዮሃና
Spanish
Juana
Swedish
Johanna
Popularity Over Time
#3,282
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Yohanna
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Johanna Sigurðardóttir
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1942
Icelandic politician who became the world's first openly LGBT head of government as Prime Minister of Iceland
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Johanna von Orléans
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1412
Joan of Arc, French heroine and Catholic saint who led French forces during the Hundred Years' War
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #3,282
- Total SSA Count
- 48
- Cultural Origins
- Ethiopian Hebrew Scandinavian Spanish
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Common Nicknames
Yoha
Hanna
Anna
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Frequently Asked Questions About Yohanna
What does the name Yohanna mean?
"YHWH has shown favor" (from Hebrew). Yohanna is a variant of Johanna, the feminine form of Johannes (John), derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan meaning 'God is gracious' or 'YHWH is gracious.' The Y-spelling reflects Ethiopian, Amharic, and some Semitic language traditions where the J sound is rendered as Y. This connects the name directly to its Hebrew roots more than the westernized Johanna form.
What is the origin of the name Yohanna?
Yohanna has Hebrew, Ethiopian, Scandinavian, and Spanish origins. In Hebrew, it means "YHWH has shown favor".
Is Yohanna a boy or girl name?
Yohanna is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Yohanna?
Yohanna is currently ranked #3282 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Yohanna?
Common nicknames for Yohanna include Yoha, Hanna, and Anna.
What are good middle names for Yohanna?
Popular middle name pairings include Yohanna Marie, Yohanna Grace, Yohanna Isabel, Yohanna Faith, Yohanna Miriam, and Yohanna Ruth.
What are good sibling names for Yohanna?
Names that pair well with Yohanna as siblings include Elias, Abigail, Samuel, Miriam, Tobias, and Naomi.
How many syllables does Yohanna have?
Yohanna has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Yohanna a common or rare name?
Yohanna is an uncommon name, ranked #3282 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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Are there other spellings for Yohanna?
Related spellings include Yohana.
About the Name Yohanna
Yohanna is a girl name with Ethiopian, Hebrew, Scandinavian, and Spanish origins . The name means "YHWH has shown favor" in Hebrew .
Yohanna is currently ranked #3,282 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Yohanna has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Yohanna include Yoha, Hanna, and Anna. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Yohanna include Yohana . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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