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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Form of John: God is gracious
- Origin
- Scandinavian/Dutch
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- yo-HAHN
Johan is the Scandinavian and Dutch form of John, meaning "God is gracious," pronounced yo-HAHN. It falls into a timeless, classic and worldly style, giving it a familiar backbone with an international feel. If you like John but want something less common in English-speaking countries, Johan is a close, classic alternative.
Meaning & Origin of Johan
Meaning: Form of John: God is gracious.
Origin: Scandinavian/Dutch.
Source: Wikipedia, Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Johan
yo-HAHNIPA /joʊˈhɑːn/
Popularity of Johan
Johan has held fairly steady in U.S. use over the past century, peaking at #451 in 2008 with 616 babies given the name, and sitting at #536 in 2024 with 554 babies.
Names Like Johan
These names share Johan’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
What does the name Johan mean?
Form of John: God is gracious. (Source: Wikipedia)
How do you pronounce Johan?
Johan is pronounced yo-HAHN (IPA: /joʊˈhɑːn/).
Is Johan a popular name right now?
Johan peaked at #451 in 2008 and is ranked #536 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1910–2024.)
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