All about the name

Jonney

Male

« Johnny is a boy's name of English origin, derived from John which evolved from the Hebrew name Yochanan meaning 'God is gracious' or 'God has been merciful'. It gained popularity in the late 19th century and remains widely used today. »

#41508 since 1900

Meaning, origin, history

Johnny is a boy's name of English origin. It is believed to have evolved from the Middle English name John. The name John is derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan, which means "God is gracious" or "God has been merciful." Therefore, Johnny can be said to mean "God is gracious" or "God has been merciful." The name Johnny gained popularity in the late 19th century and early 20th century. It was often used as a familiar form of John or Jonathan, but it also became popular on its own. Today, Johnny remains a classic boy's name that is still widely used. Throughout history, there have been many notable people named Johnny. Some examples include Johnny Depp, the famous American actor; Johnny Cash, the legendary American singer-songwriter; and Johnny Unitas, the Hall of Fame quarterback who played in the NFL from 1956 to 1972. These individuals have helped to further popularize the name Johnny and contribute to its enduring appeal.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Jonney since 1880

Total births
5
Total since 1880
Peak year
1955
5 births
in 1955
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0%
vs previous 5 years