Johanna
boy nameJohanna entered the US charts in 1973, peaked at #3216 in 1985, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1973–2025
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rank today
#3216
peak (1985)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #4600 |
| 1980s | #4653 |
| 1990s | #6729 |
| 2000s | #10898 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Johanna are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Johanna alive today was born around 1985, making them about 40 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 is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Johanna most popular?
- Johanna peaked in 1985, reaching #3216 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Johanna with classmates?
- Johanna will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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