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  JOHN

The meaning of the unisex name John is JEHOVAH HAS BEEN GRACIOUS: HAS SHOWN FAVOR. IN THE BIBLE JOHN THE BAPTIST BAPTIZED CHRIST IN THE JORDAN RIVER. VARIANTS HAVE BEEN CREATED IN ALMOST EVERY LANGUAGE..

Details on JOHN:

Gender:
Unisex
Meaning(s):
Jehovah has been gracious: has shown favor. in the bible john the baptist baptized christ in the jordan river. variants have been created in almost every language
Popularity for Boy:
31st in the USA (top 1%)
Popularity for Girl:
20,128th in the USA (bottom 15%)
Origin(s) 
Themes / lists: 

Latest USA SSA birth information:

8,047 births
JOHN as a BOY in 2024
8 births
JOHN as a GIRL in 2024

The meaning(s) of JOHN:

The name John is a Biblical baby name. In Biblical the meaning of the name John is: The grace or mercy of the Lord.
Biblical meaning
The name John is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name John is: The grace or mercy of the Lord.
American meaning
The name John is a Hebrew baby name. In Hebrew the meaning of the name John is: Jehovah has been gracious; has shown favor. In the bible John the Baptist baptized Christ in the Jordan river. Variants have been created in almost every language.
Hebrew meaning
The name John is a Shakespearean baby name. In Shakespearean the meaning of the name John is: Henry IV' Prince. 'Henry VI' John Talbot. 'King Henry VI, III' John Mortimer, Montgomery, & Somerville. 'King John'. 'Merry Wives of Windsor' John Falstaff. 'Much Ado About Nothing' Don John. 'Richard II' John of Gaunt. 'Romeo And Juliet' Friar.
Shakespearean meaning

USA SSA birth(s) for JOHN:

Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name JOHN

 JOHN as a boy

YearBoy Births
20248047 births
20237793 births
20227993 births
20218182 births
20208262 births
20198857 births
20189198 births
20179434 births
20169995 births
201510373 births
201410687 births
201310704 births
201210615 births
201111042 births
201011555 births
200912114 births

 JOHN as a girl

YearGirl Births
20248 births
20235 births
20227 births
20219 births
20209 births
201914 births
201814 births
201710 births
201612 births
201511 births
201414 births
201316 births
201211 births
201121 births
201010 births
200911 births

About the name JOHN

John, a name steeped in history and meaning, carries the essence of strength and grace. Derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning "God is gracious," John has traveled through time and cultures, resonating with a universal appeal. Its roots can be traced back to the biblical figures, notably John the Baptist and John the Apostle, who embody faith and leadership. This timeless name finds its popularity across diverse geographies, from the rolling hills of England, where it has been a staple since medieval times, to the vibrant streets of Spain, as Juan, and in Italy as Giovanni, where it holds a place of honor. In the United States and Canada, John remains a classic choice, symbolizing reliability and warmth, often associated with beloved figures from literature and history. Whether whispered in a quiet home or celebrated in a bustling community, John encapsulates a sense of belonging and timelessness, making it a cherished name for generations to come.

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