Johannes: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: j-ohh-ahnn-ehs
Origin: Italy
gender-male

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Region Origin: Southern Europe, Western Asia
Meaning: Yahweh is gracious

Johannes is a name with deep historical and cultural significance. Derived from the Hebrew name Yehochanan, meaning "Yahweh is gracious, " it has evolved through Greek and Latin forms to become a popular name in Northern Europe, particularly in Germany. The name Johannes has been associated with divine and sacred contexts due to its presence in the Hebrew Bible and Christian Old Testament.

Johannes Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Johannes is currently #5423 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Johannes is currently #2355 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Johannes is currently #2713 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Johannes is currently #1201 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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