Johanna
girl name#869 in 2025Johanna entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #179 in 1883, ranks #869 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#869
rank today
#179
peak (1883)
309
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #202 |
| 1890s | #229 |
| 1900s | #314 |
| 1910s | #343 |
| 1920s | #418 |
| 1930s | #412 |
| 1940s | #449 |
| 1950s | #559 |
| 1960s | #516 |
| 1970s | #405 |
| 1980s | #303 |
| 1990s | #428 |
| 2000s | #450 |
| 2010s | #528 |
| 2020s | #767 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Johanna has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 41,500 people named Johanna are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Johanna alive today was born around 1981, making them about 44 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Johanna in 2025?
- Johanna ranks #869 among US girl names in 2025, with 309 babies given the name.
- When was the name Johanna most popular?
- Johanna peaked in 1883, reaching #179 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Johanna with classmates?
- Johanna will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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