Yohannes Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: yo-HAH-nes /joˈhɑːnɛs/
Origin: Amharic; Hebrew
Meaning: Amharic: God is gracious; Hebrew: Yahweh is gracious
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Yohannes is derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning "Yahweh is gracious." This name transitioned through various linguistic forms, first appearing in Greek as Ioannes, which was then adopted into Latin as Johannes. The name made its way into Old French as Johan before finally being introduced into English as John.
The evolution of Yohannes reflects a rich tapestry of linguistic and cultural exchanges, particularly during the early centuries of the Common Era when Christianity spread across Europe and the Mediterranean region. Historically, the name Yohannes has significant biblical roots, being associated with several important figures in the Christian tradition.
One of the most notable is John the Baptist, a key figure in the New Testament, who is often regarded as a precursor to Jesus Christ. Additionally, the Apostle John, traditionally credited with the authorship of the Gospel of John and the Book of Revelation, further solidified the name's prominence in Christian history.
The translation of the Bible into various languages, particularly the Latin Vulgate in the late 4th century and the King James Bible in the early 17th century, helped to disseminate the name widely in Christian contexts. Culturally, the name Yohannes has been associated with themes of grace and divine favor, reflecting its etymological roots.
In various cultures, the name has been embraced and adapted, often appearing in different forms such as Johannes in Germanic contexts and Giovanni in Italian. The enduring nature of the name is also evident in its use among saints, with numerous saints named John recognized in the Christian tradition, further enhancing its significance.
The name's historical and religious associations have contributed to its lasting presence across different cultures and languages.
Famous people named Yohannes
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Yohannes IV is an Emperor best known for his reign over Ethiopia and the Battle of Adwa.
Yohannes Gebre Selassie is a long-distance runner best known for his achievements in the marathon and half marathon events.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Yohannes was first seen in the United States in 1986.
Yohannes has ranked as high as #8870 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in Maryland, and Georgia.
In the past 5 years the name Yohannes has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Yohannes 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 Yohannes 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 Yohannes.
| Year | Total Births | Boy |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 21 | 21 |
| 2024 | 19 | 19 |
| 2023 | 20 | 20 |
| 2022 | 25 | 25 |
| 2021 | 25 | 25 |
| 2020 | 17 | 17 |
| 2019 | 25 | 25 |
| 2018 | 18 | 18 |
| 2017 | 20 | 20 |
| 2016 | 24 | 24 |
| 2015 | 15 | 15 |
| 2014 | 16 | 16 |
| 2013 | 18 | 18 |
| 2012 | 14 | 14 |
| 2011 | 20 | 20 |
| 2010 | 16 | 16 |
| 2009 | 12 | 12 |
| 2008 | 13 | 13 |
| 2007 | 9 | 9 |
| 2006 | 9 | 9 |
| 2005 | 11 | 11 |
| 2004 | 6 | 6 |
| 2001 | 7 | 7 |
| 2000 | 9 | 9 |
| 1999 | 7 | 7 |
| 1996 | 5 | 5 |
| 1994 | 6 | 6 |
| 1992 | 5 | 5 |
| 1991 | 7 | 7 |
| 1990 | 9 | 9 |
| 1989 | 7 | 7 |
| 1986 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Yohannes (2019)
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.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 7 |