Yohann

“God is gracious”

Hebrew origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#5907US 2023

16Births / yr

↑Rising

227All-time births

📅 Since 200300

What does Yohann mean and where does it come from?

Yohann originates from the Hebrew name יוחנן (Yochanan), which means 'God is gracious.' It has various adaptations across cultures, including Johann in German and Johan in French. In modern contexts, it has become popular in France and other French-speaking regions. This name carries connotations of

Cultural significance

Yohann has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Hebrew-speaking communities, where it reflects values of god is gracious.

Peak popularity

Reached #4490 in 2011 — currently #5907 in the US.

🌿

What middle names flow best with Yohann?

Yohann works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Yohann Grace

How popular is Yohann right now?

Rising fast — up 6368 spots — currently #5907 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2023#5907 · Top 4.4%

2005

2010

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#5907	16	▲ up 6368 · +167% births
2022	#12275	6	▼ down 2604 · -25% births
2021	#9671	8	▼ down 2791 · -33% births
2020	#6880	12	▼ down 1850 · -37% births
2015	#5030	19	▼ down 198 · -5% births
2010	#4832	20	▲ up 6404 · +233% births
2005	#11236	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Yohann

Best Year2010Rank #4832

Peak Count20

Average Rank#7976

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range2005 - 20237 years

The story of Yohann

Yohann is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2003. With 227 total births recorded, Yohann remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #11236 in 2005 to #5907 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Yohann in 2011:

Jacob Mason William Jayden Noah

Yohann by decade

Yohann peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	75
2010s ★	140
2020s	12

💎Yohann has only 227 total recorded births since 2003 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Yohann?

Common

YohYohieYohyOhann

Famous people named Yohann

Yohann (historical figure)

Yohann bore this name in the Biblical tradition, reflecting its deep roots in Hebrew scripture and culture.

👑

Celebrity Names

What celebrities named their babies in 2025

Explore →

What names sound and feel like Yohann?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Yohann also consider these

Yohan

Hebrew · Yohan is derived

Yoann

France · God is gracious

Johann

Germanic · God is gracious

Yohaan

India · Hebrew

Logann

American · little hollow

Romann

France · from Rome

Yohanan

Israel · God is gracious

Jovann

Slavic · Derived from 'Ioannes',

Common questions about the name Yohann

What does the name Yohann mean?

Yohann means "God is gracious" — a name rooted in Hebrew tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Yohann?

Yohann is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Yohann have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Yohann?

Yohann originates from Hebrew tradition. Hebrew names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Yohann trending right now?

Yohann is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Yohann a common or rare name?

Yohann is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.