Johnie: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: j-ohhn-ee-eh
Origin: Israel
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Region Origin: Western Asia
Meaning: God is gracious

Johnie is a diminutive form of the name Johnie (a variant of John), which originates from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious. 'Traditionally, Johnie was used as a diminutive for both boys and girls, reflecting its biblical roots. Over time, the popularity of Johnie has fluctuated, peaking in the early 20th century and declining since. Despite its decline, Johnie remains a timeless and endearing name with pious connotations. Its enduring charm lies in its simplicity and the rich history it inherits from its root name, Johnie (a variant of John).

Johnie Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Johnie is currently #18194 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Johnie is currently #7860 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Johnie is currently #8701 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Johnie is currently #3793 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names

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