Origin and Meaning of Joahnna
Meaning & Origin
God is gracious
Origin: Hebrew - Derived from the Hebrew name Yehovah, which means 'God' and chanan, which means 'to be gracious'. Joahnna is a variant of Johanna.
Interesting Facts
- Joahnna is a feminine form of the name John, which has been popular in various cultures due to its biblical origins.
- The name Johanna is commonly used in many different cultures, including in Germany, the Netherlands, and Scandinavia.
- Notable bearers of the name include Johanna Spyri, the Swiss author of 'Heidi', and Johanna of Arc, a historical figure and national heroine of France.
- In the United States, variants of the name Johanna have seen fluctuating popularity, peaking in the early to mid-20th century.
- Related names include Joanna, Johannah, and the masculine variant John.