How popular is the name Joann in 2025?

Joann is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Joann most popular?

Joann peaked in 1940, reaching #1471 among US boy names.

Joann will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Joann entered the US charts in 1926, peaked at #1471 in 1940, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#1471

peak (1940)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 300 people named Joann are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Joann alive today was born around 1951, making them about 74 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Joann in 2025?: Joann is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Joann most popular?: Joann peaked in 1940, reaching #1471 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Joann with classmates?: Joann will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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