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Yohana

yo-HAH-nah

Yohana is a girl’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “A feminine form of John, meaning 'God is gracious' in Hebrew.”. It currently ranks #2876 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2018.

Letters6
Syllables3
OriginHebrew

What Yohana Means

A feminine form of John, meaning 'God is gracious' in Hebrew.

The Story of Yohana

This name, carrying the grace of divine favor, feels like a whispered blessing, a gentle strength ready to embrace the world.

Yohana is a feminine form of the timeless name John, which originates from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious.' This name has a profound history, tracing back through biblical accounts and spreading across cultures, adapting its form but retaining its core meaning of divine favor and benevolence. Its journey is one of spiritual significance, echoing through centuries of tradition.

To say 'Yohana' is to feel a sense of grounded grace, a comforting weight in your voice. It carries the profound meaning of 'God is gracious,' a sentiment you wish to imbue in your child's life. When you write this name on a birth certificate, you feel the quiet power of that blessing, a gentle strength that will support her always.

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Numerology

8

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Personality Traits

GraciousKindCompassionateStrong

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#65 in 2018

Total Births

1,374

First Recorded

1974

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