Johann is a name of German origin and means "God is gracious". It comes from the Hebrew name Johannes which was derived from the Greek name Ioannes which in turn came from the Hebrew name Yochanan meaning "God is gracious". The name Johann has been used for centuries and has been popular in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and other German-speaking countries. It has also gained popularity in other parts of Europe and beyond over time. Notable individuals named Johann include Johann Sebastian Bach, a renowned composer of the Baroque period, Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, a famous poet and author, and Johann Pachelbel, a composer of the Baroque era.
The name Johanny has seen varied popularity over the past four and a half decades in the United States, with the number of births ranging from a low of 5 to a high of 22 in any given year.
From 1978 to 1996, there was an average of about 7 births per year. The years 1980 and 1983 were notable for having more than the average number of births with 9 and 8 respectively. However, from 1997 onwards, there has been a significant increase in the popularity of the name Johanny.
In the year 2004, there was a substantial spike in the number of births with the name Johanny, with 18 births recorded that year. This figure is more than double the average for the preceding years and suggests that this particular year might have held special significance for parents choosing this name.
From 2005 to 2016, the number of births with the name Johanny fluctuated between 7 and 16, showing a generally increasing trend. The year 2017 marked another significant peak with 16 births, followed by a slight dip in the years 2018 and 2019.
The most recent data available shows that the popularity of the name Johanny has continued to grow, with 22 births recorded in 2023. This figure is not only the highest on record but also more than double the previous peak in 2017. This suggests that the name Johanny may be becoming increasingly popular among parents in the United States.
In total, there have been 378 births with the name Johanny in the United States since 1978. This figure is a testament to the enduring popularity of this name over the past four decades and its continued relevance in the present day.