Django

The name Django belongs to the male first names that are particularly common among the Sinti and Roma, although it is more associated with the Sinti.

What does the name Django mean?

Django is considered a variant of Johannes, Jean, or Giovanni, all of which have their origin in the Greek Iōánnēs (Ἰωάννης) and ultimately trace back to the ancient Hebrew Yochanan (יוֹחָנָן). Translated, the name means 'God is gracious' or 'God is good' and can also be interpreted as 'the God-given' or 'the gift of God.' The ancient Hebrew origin Yôchânân or Yehochanan consists of the components yo (יֹו) or yeho (יְהוֹ), which represent the name of God, and ḥanán (חָנַן), meaning 'to be gracious,' 'to show mercy,' or 'to have compassion.' In the Romani language, it is attributed the meaning 'the awakening one.' Today, Django is a rather rare name, except in the Philippines. There are numerous variants of the name in different languages, totaling more than five hundred different forms between male and female names. Examples include Yanni, Yannes, Yannou, Jannes, Janne, Janeo, and Jani. The name became popular through John the Baptist and was one of the most common names in the German-speaking world during the Middle Ages.

Where does the name Django come from?

Django is a male first name whose origin lies in ancient Hebrew and carries the meaning 'God is gracious.'

How do you pronounce Django?

The pronunciation of Django is two syllables and has a distinctive sound. In German, the name is usually pronounced as 'Djan-go' [ˈdʒaŋgo], with the nasal sound in the middle giving the name a unique tonal quality that makes it unmistakable. The open ending '-go' provides a rounded, harmonious conclusion that resolves the tension built up earlier. Overall, Django radiates liveliness and character strength – dynamic, independent, and with a distinctive, slightly rough sound.

When is the name day of Django?

The name days for Django are celebrated on June 24, September 13, and December 27.

Popularity

In Germany, Django is a rare first name. It currently ranks 5,840th on the list of the most common male first names. Its best ranking was 2,482nd in 2013. In the last ten years, the name has been given about 50 times as a first name, which places it 3,431st in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 3,468th.

Nicknames & pet names

DJ / Djaa / Djaja / Djingi / Djängi

Famous people

• Django (Freeman) (main character from Quentin Tarantino's 'Django Unchained')
• Django Asül (German-Turkish cabaret artist, real name Uğur Bağışlayıcı)
• Django Bates (jazz musician from England)
• Django Edwards (clown & comedian, real name Stanley Ted Edwards)
• Django Haskins (musician from the USA)
• Django Reinhardt (musician)
• Django Walker (American singer)
• Django Warmerdam (football player from the Netherlands)