Joanna

Joanna represents a Polish and English form of Johanna as well as Joan.

What does the name Joanna mean?

The name Joanna comes from Hebrew and means 'God is gracious.' As a widely used girl's name, it is especially popular in Poland and the English-speaking world, but it is also gaining traction in Germany as an alternative to Johanna. Common English variants include Joana, Joane, Joanie, Joann, and Joanne. Notable bearers of the name include Polish actress and model Joanna Krupa, American singer Joanna Newsom, and German actress Joanna Semmelrogge.

Where does the name Joanna come from?

Joanna is derived as a feminine variant of Johannes and traces back to the Hebrew name Yochanan. This is composed of the Hebrew components 'jô' for 'God' and 'ḥnn' for 'to be gracious to someone.'

How do you pronounce Joanna?

The pronunciation of Joanna is three syllables and fluid. In German, the name is usually pronounced as 'Jo-an-na' [joˈana]. It begins with a rounded O sound that conveys openness. The double N consonance in the middle provides a stable rhythm. Overall, Joanna conveys a classic and feminine impression that is harmonious, gentle, and simultaneously present.

When is the name day of Joanna?

The name day for Joanna is celebrated on February 4, May 12, May 24, May 30, August 12, August 24, August 26, and December 12.

Popularity

In Germany, the name Joanna enjoys great popularity and currently ranks 1,069th in the list of most common female first names. Its best ranking was in 1980 at 156th place. In the last ten years, Joanna has been chosen as a first name about 550 times, securing it the 798th place in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 707th.

Nicknames & pet names

Anna / Anni / Annie / Asia / Jenna / Jo / Joan / Joani / Joanni / Jody / Joeanna / Joey / Jojo / Jolinchen / Jon / Jona / Jonny / Jony / Josi / Joäna

Similar first names

Famous people

• Joanna Bacalso (actress from the Philippines)
• Joanna Beauchamp (character in 'Witches of East End')
• Joanna Briscoe (English writer)
• Joanna Cannan (writer from the United Kingdom)
• Joanna Chmielewska (Polish author)
• Joanna Cook Moore (American actress)
• Joanna Drabik (handball player from Poland)
• Joanna Eichhorn (actress from Schloss Einstein)
• Joanna Flockhart (British badminton player)
• Joanna Garcia (actress from the USA)
• Joanna Honarata Brodzik (Polish actress)
• Joanna Klepko ('Clea' Polish pop singer)
• Joanna Konarzewska (painter from Poland)
• Joanna Krupa (top model)
• Joanna Kulig (Polish actress)
• Joanna L. Laynesmith (British historian)
• Joanna Lockwood (actress from Australia)
• Joanna MacGregor (English musician)
• Joanna Michlic (American historian)
• Joanna Monro (British actress)