John
BoyJohn is a boy's name of Hebrew origin meaning "God is gracious.". It is pronounced JON. Today it is a popular name (popularity 98/100) and fading.
Hebrew origin Β· /JON/ Β· biblical
Meaning: God is gracious.
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Today, John is one of the most common baby names (popularity 98/100).
It is less common today than at its historical peak.
The name John originates from the Hebrew name Yochanan (ΧΧΦΉΧΦΈΧ ΦΈΧ), meaning 'Yahweh is gracious.' It became Ioannes in Greek and Iohannes in Latin before evolving into John in English. A cornerstone of biblical tradition, John appears in the New Testament as John the Baptist and John the Apostle. The name spread widely across Europe during the Middle Ages and remains one of the most universally recognized male names, adapted into numerous languages (e.g., Jean, Juan, Giovanni).
Frequently asked questions about John
What does John mean?
John means "God is gracious.". It is of Hebrew origin.
Is John a boy or girl name?
John is traditionally a boy's name.
How popular is John?
John is one of the most common baby names, with a popularity score of 98/100.
How is John pronounced?
John is pronounced JON.
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