Joanne
Joanne is a feminine name of Hebrew origin, combining 'Jo' from John (meaning 'God is gracious') with 'Anne' (meaning 'grace'). It gained widespread popularity in English-speaking countries during the mid-20th century as a variation of Joan and Joanna.
Current Popularity
#2583 for girls
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce across most English-speaking countries
- •Has a distinctly mid-century feel, making it a retro choice today
- •Offers flexibility with both formal and casual nickname options
- •Less common for babies today, giving it vintage charm and uniqueness
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Famous People
Joanne Woodward
Oscar-winning actress
Joanne Rowling (J.K. Rowling)
Author of Harry Potter series
Joanne Froggatt
British actress from Downton Abbey
Joanne Rogers
Pianist and widow of Fred Rogers
Statistics
211,903
Total births since 1880
1947
Peak year
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