Yohanan Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationyo-HAH-nan / /joʊˈhɑːnən/Hebrew; Aramaic
Meaning
Yahweh is gracious (Hebrew); God is gracious (Aramaic)
Historical & Cultural Background
Yohanan is a Hebrew name, derived from the root meaning 'to be gracious.' It has significant religious importance in Judaism and Christianity, often associated with figures such as John the Baptist. In Aramaic, it carries a similar meaning, reflecting the cultural interchange in ancient texts.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Yohanan
- Yohannes
- John
International Variants
- Juan (Spanish)
- Giovanni (Italian)
- Jean (French)
- Johann (German)
Famous people named Yohanan
Yohanan ben Zakkai — Jewish sage.
Yohanan (John) the Baptist — biblical figure.
Fictional characters named Yohanan
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Yohanan was first seen in the United States in 1994. Yohanan has ranked as high as #1350 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Yohanan has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Yohanan
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 5 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 9 |
| 2021 | 13 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 6 |