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Johana
GirlSpanish, German· “God is gracious”
- Meaning
- God is gracious
- Origin
- Spanish, German
- Pronunciation
- joh-HAN-uh
- Syllables
- 3
- US rank 2025
- #2,287
- US babies 2025
- 80
- Best rank
- #749 (2001)
- Peak year
- 2005
Meaning and origin of Johana
Johana is a Spanish and German name that means “God is gracious”.
Johana is a form of Johanna, the feminine of Johannes, from the Hebrew Yochanan, meaning God is gracious. The spelling with a single n is common in Spanish-speaking and Central European communities. The root name gave rise to a large family, including Joan, Jane, Juana and Giovanna, so Johana connects to a long tradition across many languages. In the United States it is usually pronounced with a soft J, though some families use the German or Czech Y sound. The name feels classic and graceful, and Jo or Hana make natural nicknames.
Popularity over time
Johana first appears in US Social Security records in 1915. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 6 different years, starting in 2001. Its best national rank was #749 in 2001, and the most babies received it in 2005, when 329 were named Johana. In 2025, 80 babies were named Johana, and it ranked #2,287 nationally. Its use has been fairly steady over the past decade.
Its national rank moved from #5,645 in 1950, #1,127 in 1980, #1,022 in 2000, #1,107 in 2010, and #2,287 in 2025. Of the 6,967 US girls named Johana since records began, 38% were born in the 2000s, its biggest decade. The 2010s come next, with 1,338 babies. Since 2010, 1,910 more have been named Johana.
Other girls' names that peaked around the same time include Laisha, Sarahi, Noelia, Karley, and Nyasia.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Johana ranked highest in North Carolina, Illinois, and California.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | #1348 | 6 |
| Illinois | #1507 | 5 |
| California | #1792 | 12 |
| Texas | #1967 | 11 |
Gender, sound and spelling
In the US it is used almost only for girls.
Johana is usually pronounced joh-HAN-uh, with three syllables. It has six letters, starts with J and ends in “-na”.
Middle names for Johana
A few middle names that flow with Johana: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Johana
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Johana mean?
Johana is a Spanish and German name that means “God is gracious”.
What is the origin of the name Johana?
Johana has Spanish, German, and Hebrew roots. Johana is a form of Johanna, the feminine of Johannes, from the Hebrew Yochanan, meaning God is gracious.
Is Johana a popular name?
Not especially. Johana ranked #2,287 in the US in 2025, which puts it outside the top 1,000.
Is Johana a boy or girl name?
Johana is mainly a girl's name. In the US it is used almost only for girls.
How do you pronounce Johana?
Johana is usually pronounced joh-HAN-uh. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings