Johniel Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationJON-ee-el / /ˈdʒɒn.i.ɛl/Hebrew; English
Meaning
God is gracious (Hebrew); diminutive of John (English)
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Johniel has roots in Hebrew, where it derives from 'Yohanan,' meaning 'God is gracious.' In English-speaking cultures, it is often seen as a modern diminutive or variation of John, a name that has been widely used since the Middle Ages, associated with numerous saints and historical figures.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Joniel
- Johniel
- Jonniel
International Variants
- Juan (Spanish)
- Jean (French)
- Giovanni (Italian)
Famous people named Johniel
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Fictional characters named Johniel
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Johniel was first seen in the United States in 2007. Johniel has ranked as high as #1352 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Johniel has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Johniel
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 9 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2024 | 7 |