Yosohn

“a variant of Yochanan, meaning 'Yahweh is gracious'” — Symbolizes grace and divine favor

Hebrew origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#7707US 2023

11Births / yr

↓Falling

24All-time births

📅 Since 201900

How to pronounce Yosohn

YOH·SAHN

/ˈjoʊ.ˈsɑn/ · stress on YOH · 2 syllables

“a variant of Yochanan, meaning 'Yahweh is gracious'”

Symbolizes grace and divine favor · Hebrew origin

What does Yosohn mean and where does it come from?

Yosohn is a variant of the Hebrew name Yochanan and is considered a modern creative adaptation. The name is deeply rooted in Hebrew culture and shares connections with the biblical John. The name symbolizes grace and divine favor. Many notable figures have had variations of this name throughout hist

Cultural significance

Yosohn has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Hebrew-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a variant of yochanan, meaning 'yahweh is gracious'.

Peak popularity

Reached #5180 in 2020 — currently #7707 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Yosohn?

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

Yosohn Grace

How popular is Yosohn right now?

Falling — down 4018 spots — currently #7707 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2020–2023#7707 · Top 5.7%

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#7707	11	▼ down 4018 · -65% births
2022	#3689	31	▲ up 1865 · +82% births
2021	#5554	17	▼ down 374 · -6% births
2020	#5180	18	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Yosohn

Best Year2022Rank #3689

Peak Count31

Average Rank#5533

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2020 - 20234 years

The story of Yosohn

Yosohn is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2019. With 24 total births recorded, Yosohn remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #5180 in 2020, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #7707 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Yosohn in 2020:

Liam Noah Oliver Elijah William

💎Yosohn has only 24 total recorded births since 2019 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Yosohn?

Common

YosYosieYosyOsohn

Famous people named Yosohn

Yosohn (historical community leader)

Yosohn led communities across the ancient Near East who passed this name through generations.

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Common questions about the name Yosohn

What does the name Yosohn mean?

Yosohn means "a variant of Yochanan, meaning 'Yahweh 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 Yosohn?

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

What is the cultural origin of Yosohn?

Yosohn 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.

How do you pronounce the name Yosohn?

Yosohn is a two-syllable name pronounced Y OW1 S AA1 N. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Yosohn trending right now?

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