Yohannes Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationyo-HAH-nes / joˈhɑːnɛsAmharic; Hebrew
Meaning
Amharic: God is gracious; Hebrew: Yahweh is gracious
Historical & Cultural Background
Yohannes is a variant of the name John, which has significant religious connotations in Christianity. It is commonly used in Ethiopia, where it is associated with the Ethiopian Orthodox Church. The name reflects cultural heritage and religious significance in various communities.
Trend Summary
The name Yohannes has seen steady use in Ethiopia, with occasional recognition in other cultures.
Similar Names
Variants
- Yohannes
- Yohanness
International Variants
- Yohannes (Amharic/Ethiopia)
- Johannes (German)
- Juan (Spanish)
- Giovanni (Italian)
Famous people named Yohannes
Yohannes IV was Emperor of Ethiopia from 1872 to 1889, known for his military campaigns and efforts to modernize the country.
Yohannes Ghebremedhin is an Ethiopian artist recognized for his contributions to contemporary art.
Yohannes Tadesse is a notable Ethiopian athlete who has competed in international marathons.
Yohannes Abate is an Ethiopian musician celebrated for his traditional music.
Fictional characters named Yohannes
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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 #1347 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)
Top States for Yohannes (2019)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 9 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2000 | 9 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 9 |
| 2008 | 13 |
| 2009 | 12 |
| 2010 | 16 |
| 2011 | 20 |
| 2012 | 14 |
| 2013 | 18 |
| 2014 | 16 |
| 2015 | 15 |
| 2016 | 24 |
| 2017 | 20 |
| 2018 | 18 |
| 2019 | 25 |
| 2020 | 17 |
| 2021 | 25 |
| 2022 | 25 |
| 2023 | 20 |
| 2024 | 19 |