Joan
Joan is a classic English name derived from the Old French form of Johanna, ultimately coming from the Hebrew name Yochanan meaning 'God is gracious.' It was especially popular in medieval times and carries a strong, timeless quality.
Current Popularity
#1238 for girls
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Simple one-syllable name that's easy to spell and pronounce
- •Rich historical significance due to Joan of Arc
- •Has a strong, no-nonsense quality while remaining feminine
- •Less common today, making it distinctive without being unusual
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Famous People
Joan of Arc
French military heroine and saint
Joan Didion
American writer and journalist
Joan Crawford
Actress and Hollywood icon
Joan Baez
Folk singer and activist
Statistics
481,016
Total births since 1880
1932
Peak year
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