Josanna Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationjo-SAN-uh / /dʒoʊˈsænə/Hebrew; Latin
Meaning
Hebrew: God is gracious; Latin: a variant of Joanna
Historical & Cultural Background
Josanna is a feminine name that combines elements from Hebrew and Latin origins. It is often considered a variant of Joanna, which has been used in various cultures. The name has historical significance in religious texts, particularly in Christianity, where Joanna is mentioned in the New Testament as a follower of Jesus. Josanna is less common but retains a similar charm and grace.
Trend Summary
Josanna is a relatively uncommon name in the United States, with limited popularity trends.
Similar Names
Variants
- Josie
- Joanna
International Variants
- Giovanna (Italian)
- Yohanna (Arabic)
- Johanna (German)
- Joana (Portuguese)
Famous people named Josanna
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Josanna was first seen in the United States in 1956. Josanna has ranked as high as #1140 nationally, which occurred in 1982, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Josanna has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Josanna
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2022 | 6 |