Jowanna Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: jo-WAN-uh //dʒoʊˈwɑːnə//
Origin: English; Hebrew
Meaning: English: God is gracious; Hebrew: God is gracious
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Jowanna is a variant of Joanna, which has its roots in the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning "God is gracious." This name was transliterated into Greek as Ioanna and subsequently adopted into Latin as Joanna. The name made its way into Old French as Johanne before entering the English language, where it evolved into various forms including Joan and Joanna.
The transition from Yochanan to Joanna reflects a common linguistic pattern in which names were adapted through different cultures and languages, often altering in form while retaining their original meanings. Historically, the name Joanna has significant biblical connections, as it appears in the New Testament.
Joanna is mentioned in the Gospel of Luke (circa 1st century CE) as one of the women who supported Jesus and was present at his crucifixion and resurrection. This association with a key figure in early Christianity contributed to the name's enduring popularity in Christian contexts.
Additionally, several saints named Joanna have been recognized throughout history, further solidifying the name's religious significance. Culturally, the name Joanna has been associated with grace and favor, reflecting its etymological meaning.
The name has been used in various literary works and has appeared in different forms across cultures, often symbolizing strength and resilience. In some traditions, diminutive forms such as Jo or Jojo have emerged, showcasing the name's adaptability and affection in familial contexts.
Overall, Jowanna, as a derivative of Joanna, carries with it a rich historical and cultural legacy that underscores its significance in both religious and secular spheres.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jowanna was first seen in the United States in 1940.
Jowanna has ranked as high as #5837 nationally, which occurred in 1959, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Jowanna has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Jowanna is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Jowanna was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Jowanna.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 1991 | 6 | 6 |
| 1990 | 7 | 7 |
| 1989 | 7 | 7 |
| 1988 | 8 | 8 |
| 1986 | 8 | 8 |
| 1985 | 8 | 8 |
| 1984 | 8 | 8 |
| 1983 | 5 | 5 |
| 1982 | 10 | 10 |
| 1981 | 9 | 9 |
| 1980 | 5 | 5 |
| 1979 | 11 | 11 |
| 1978 | 11 | 11 |
| 1977 | 8 | 8 |
| 1975 | 8 | 8 |
| 1974 | 9 | 9 |
| 1972 | 5 | 5 |
| 1970 | 11 | 11 |
| 1969 | 5 | 5 |
| 1968 | 8 | 8 |
| 1966 | 10 | 10 |
| 1964 | 5 | 5 |
| 1963 | 6 | 6 |
| 1962 | 7 | 7 |
| 1960 | 6 | 6 |
| 1959 | 11 | 11 |
| 1958 | 8 | 8 |
| 1957 | 7 | 7 |
| 1948 | 5 | 5 |
| 1940 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Jowanna
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
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