Joana Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationjo-AN-uh / dʒoʊˈænəHebrew; Latin; Portuguese
Meaning
Hebrew: God is gracious; Latin: feminine form of John; Portuguese: variant of Joanna
Historical & Cultural Background
Joana is a feminine form of the name John, which has roots in Hebrew. It has been widely used in various cultures, particularly in Portuguese-speaking countries. The name has historical significance, often associated with religious figures and saints. Joana has also been popularized in literature and art throughout history.
Trend Summary
Joana has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable presence in the early to mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Joanne
- Johanna
- Joana
International Variants
- Juana (Spanish)
- Giovanna (Italian)
- Johanna (German)
- Joanne (English)
Famous people named Joana
Joana of Portugal was a historical figure known for her role as a queen consort in the 15th century.
Joana Vasconcelos is a contemporary Portuguese artist recognized for her large-scale installations.
Joana Ribeiro is a Portuguese actress known for her work in film and television.
Joana Krupa is a Polish-American model and television personality known for her appearances on reality shows.
Fictional characters named Joana
Joana is a character in the novel 'The Book of Chameleons' by José Eduardo Agualusa, where she plays a significant role in the narrative.
Joana is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', known for her quirky personality.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Joana was first seen in the United States in 1896. Joana has ranked as high as #947 nationally, which occurred in 2001, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Illinois, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Joana has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Joana (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 9 | |
| CA | 7 | |
| NY | 7 | |
| WA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1896 | 5 |
| 1914 | 5 |
| 1918 | 9 |
| 1920 | 11 |
| 1921 | 5 |
| 1924 | 8 |
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1926 | 5 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1929 | 11 |
| 1930 | 10 |
| 1931 | 11 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1933 | 10 |
| 1934 | 13 |
| 1935 | 7 |
| 1936 | 6 |
| 1937 | 7 |
| 1938 | 18 |
| 1939 | 8 |
| 1940 | 9 |
| 1941 | 9 |
| 1942 | 10 |
| 1943 | 10 |
| 1944 | 10 |
| 1945 | 8 |
| 1946 | 12 |
| 1947 | 10 |
| 1948 | 7 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1951 | 12 |
| 1952 | 7 |
| 1953 | 14 |
| 1954 | 11 |
| 1955 | 14 |
| 1956 | 18 |
| 1957 | 17 |
| 1958 | 10 |
| 1959 | 12 |
| 1960 | 13 |
| 1961 | 18 |
| 1962 | 15 |
| 1963 | 16 |
| 1964 | 12 |
| 1965 | 18 |
| 1966 | 16 |
| 1967 | 21 |
| 1968 | 19 |
| 1969 | 26 |
| 1970 | 33 |
| 1971 | 25 |
| 1972 | 34 |
| 1973 | 27 |
| 1974 | 33 |
| 1975 | 32 |
| 1976 | 38 |
| 1977 | 49 |
| 1978 | 33 |
| 1979 | 46 |
| 1980 | 107 |
| 1981 | 106 |
| 1982 | 90 |
| 1983 | 89 |
| 1984 | 113 |
| 1985 | 148 |
| 1986 | 123 |
| 1987 | 125 |
| 1988 | 152 |
| 1989 | 175 |
| 1990 | 213 |
| 1991 | 202 |
| 1992 | 188 |
| 1993 | 184 |
| 1994 | 205 |
| 1995 | 177 |
| 1996 | 167 |
| 1997 | 168 |
| 1998 | 135 |
| 1999 | 157 |
| 2000 | 240 |
| 2001 | 357 |
| 2002 | 263 |
| 2003 | 327 |
| 2004 | 291 |
| 2005 | 279 |
| 2006 | 260 |
| 2007 | 274 |
| 2008 | 207 |
| 2009 | 167 |
| 2010 | 149 |
| 2011 | 126 |
| 2012 | 106 |
| 2013 | 84 |
| 2014 | 73 |
| 2015 | 78 |
| 2016 | 73 |
| 2017 | 85 |
| 2018 | 89 |
| 2019 | 84 |
| 2020 | 75 |
| 2021 | 64 |
| 2022 | 70 |
| 2023 | 62 |
| 2024 | 68 |