Johaan is a unique and distinctive name of Dutch origin. It is derived from the Dutch form of Johannes, which itself comes from the Greek name Ioannes. The Greek name Ioannes is composed of two elements: 'Io' meaning "Yahweh is gracious" and 'anes' meaning "gift".
The name Johaan has a long history dating back to biblical times. In the New Testament of the Bible, Johannes is the Latin form of John, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ. The name was popular among early Christians due to its biblical significance and has been used widely throughout Europe for centuries.
Johaan was brought to the Netherlands by way of Germany where it was introduced during the Middle Ages. Over time, it became more commonly associated with Dutch culture as it evolved into a distinctively Dutch form of Johannes.
Today, Johaan is still considered an uncommon name but one that holds historical and cultural significance in the Netherlands. It remains popular among those looking for a unique and meaningful name with deep roots in history.
The name Johaan has seen a steady presence in the United States over the past two decades, with an average of about seven births per year between 2004 and 2019. The peak years for Johaan were 2013 and 2019, with nine and eight births respectively. However, it's worth noting that these numbers represent a very small fraction of the total number of births in the United States during those years. For instance, in 2013, there were approximately 3.9 million births nationwide, making Johaan one of the less common names chosen by parents for their newborns that year. Despite its rarity, Johaan has maintained a consistent presence on the national stage, with at least five births recorded each year since 2004.