US Popularity:3911
Origin:German
Meaning:Yahweh is gracious
Johann is the German version of the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning "Yahweh is gracious." There are several different forms of this ancient name; Johann derives from the Latin Iohannes, which in turn comes from the Greek name Iōánnēs. Its English equivalent is John. Many famous and talented people have had this name throughout the years, from the German theologian Johann Eck to the famous composer Johann Sebastian Bach. If you choose this name for baby, they'll have lots of inspiring namesakes to look up to.

Famous People Named Johann

Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
  • Johann Michael Bach
    Composer
  • Johann Pachelbel
    Composer
  • Johann Sebastian Bach
    Composer

Johann Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Johann is currently #4447 on The Bump
Boy:Johann is currently #1468 on The Bump Boy Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Johann is currently #3911 in U.S. births
Boy:Johann is currently #1190 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
#3911
in 2022
+ 312
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data
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