Joan - girls name

Joan name popularity, meaning and origin

Name Popularity: 70%

Joan name meaning:

The name Joan is of Hebrew origin and is derived from the name Johanan, which means "God is gracious." It is a feminine form of the name John. Joan is a timeless and classic name that has been used for centuries. It gained popularity in the Middle Ages and was highly favored during the reign of Joan of Arc, a French military leader and national heroine.

People named Joan are often described as intelligent, confident, and independent. They possess strong leadership qualities and have a natural ability to inspire and motivate others. Joans are known for their determination and resilience, often overcoming obstacles and achieving great success in their endeavors. They are compassionate and caring individuals who value honesty and loyalty in their relationships. With their strong sense of justice, Joans are often drawn to careers in law, politics, or social activism.

Overall, the name Joan carries a sense of strength, grace, and femininity. It symbolizes a person with a strong connection to their faith and a resilient spirit, ready to face any challenges that come their way.

Origin: Hebrew

God's gracious gift.

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Saints names

Related names

Joan , Jaina, Janecska, Janee, Janey , Janie, Jasia, Jayna, Jayni, Jaynie, Joana , Joanie , Joanka, Joann, Joanna , Jodi, Joeanna, Joeanne, Johanna , Johannah, Juanita, Lawanda, Sian , Siubhan

Other girls names beginning with J

Statistics

Overall UK ranking: 1692 out of 5581

17 recorded births last year

Change in rank

  • 10yrs

    -27
  • 5yrs

    142
  • 1yr

    471

    Regional popularity

    Ranking for this name in various UK regions

  • Scotland (1010)

Historical popularity of Joan

The graph below shows the popularity of the girls's name Joan from all the UK baby name statistics available. It's a quick easy way to see the trend for Joan in 2024