Josanna: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: j-ohs-ahnn-ah
Origin: Argentina
gender-female

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Region Origin: Andean States, Southern Europe, Central America
Meaning: God is gracious

Josanna is a name with Greek origins, derived from the name Joanna, meaning "God is gracious. " The name has been popularized in various cultures, including Spanish and Italian, where it is often used as a feminine given name. Over time, the use of Josanna has remained relatively consistent, with its popularity waxing and waning in different regions. The name is important for its timeless elegance and its association with the biblical figure Joanna, who was a follower of Jesus.

Josanna Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Josanna is currently #26164 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Josanna is currently #14987 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Josanna is currently #13495 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Josanna is currently #7666 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names
chat-overall Australian: Josanna is currently #12894 on Kiindred Australian Names

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