Joanna

Girl's name

Joanna is a variant of the name Joan, which is derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning "God is gracious."

Meaning God is gracious
Origin Hebrew
U.S. births in 2023 942 Falling
Peak year 1984

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Names Starting With J

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Joanna Gaines - Home renovation TV host.
  • Joanna Lumley - Actress known for "Absolutely Fabulous."
  • Joanna Newsom - Singer-songwriter and musician.
  • Joanna Krupa - Model and reality TV personality.
  • Joanna Cassidy - Actress in "Blade Runner" and "Six Feet Under."
  • Joanna Pacula - Actress in "Gorky Park" and "Tombstone."
  • Joanna Pettet - Actress in "Casino Royale" and "Night Gallery."
  • Joanna Shimkus - Actress in "The Virgin and the Gypsy."
  • Joanna Moore - Actress in "Touch of Evil" and "The Hindenburg."
  • Joanna Kerns - Actress in "Growing Pains" and director.

Sisters for Joanna

Girl names closely related to Joanna

Evelyn Lilah Elliana Naomi Bailey Avery Ellie Rosalie

Brothers for Joanna

Boy names closely related to Joanna

Phoenix Paul Elliott Kenneth Oliver Hayden Jonah Micah

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Joanna

Deshawn Ean Evan Geovanni Geovanny Geovany Gia Gian

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