gender neutral
Johnny
God is gracious
About Johnny
There's something undeniably charming about Johnny, a name that carries generations of warmth and approachability. This classic diminutive has maintained its appeal through decades, beloved for its friendly, down-to-earth quality that puts people instantly at ease. Johnny suggests someone who's genuine, loyal, and unpretentious—qualities that never go out of style.
The name has been worn by rebels, artists, athletes, and everyday heroes, proving its remarkable versatility across personalities and professions. It avoids the formality of its longer form while maintaining complete respectability, offering the rare combination of casual comfort and professional viability. Johnny works wonderfully in any setting, from playground to boardroom, carrying a timeless Americana spirit that transcends trends.
Parents who choose Johnny often value authenticity and connection, seeking a name that will help their son build meaningful relationships throughout life.
Popularity of the Name Johnny
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #387 | ||||
| 1881 | #495 | ||||
| 1882 | #460 | ||||
| 1883 | #489 | ||||
| 1884 | #498 | ||||
| 1885 | #389 | ||||
| 1886 | #361 | ||||
| 1887 | #302 | ||||
| 1888 | #409 | ||||
| 1889 | #410 | ||||
| 1890 | #374 | ||||
| 1891 | #301 | ||||
| 1892 | #324 | ||||
| 1893 | #395 | ||||
| 1894 | #334 | ||||
| 1895 | #306 | ||||
| 1896 | #302 | ||||
| 1897 | #335 | ||||
| 1898 | #298 | ||||
| 1899 | #292 | ||||
| 1900 | #240 | ||||
| 1901 | #252 | ||||
| 1902 | #214 | ||||
| 1903 | #236 | ||||
| 1904 | #209 | ||||
| 1905 | #210 | ||||
| 1906 | #212 | ||||
| 1907 | #199 | ||||
| 1908 | #194 | ||||
| 1909 | #190 | ||||
| 1910 | #173 | ||||
| 1911 | #204 | ||||
| 1912 | #239 | ||||
| 1913 | #231 | ||||
| 1914 | #234 | ||||
| 1915 | #237 | ||||
| 1916 | #232 | ||||
| 1917 | #211 | ||||
| 1918 | #199 | ||||
| 1919 | #193 | ||||
| 1920 | #184 | ||||
| 1921 | #175 | ||||
| 1922 | #170 | ||||
| 1923 | #159 | ||||
| 1924 | #152 | ||||
| 1925 | #142 | ||||
| 1926 | #136 | ||||
| 1927 | #132 | ||||
| 1928 | #117 | ||||
| 1929 | #113 | ||||
| 1930 | #101 | ||||
| 1931 | #105 | ||||
| 1932 | #96 | ||||
| 1933 | #90 | ||||
| 1934 | #83 | ||||
| 1935 | #74 | ||||
| 1936 | #72 | ||||
| 1937 | #69 | ||||
| 1938 | #63 | ||||
| 1939 | #62 | ||||
| 1940 | #51 | ||||
| 1941 | #55 | ||||
| 1942 | #55 | ||||
| 1943 | #52 | ||||
| 1944 | #45 | ||||
| 1945 | #45 | ||||
| 1946 | #47 | ||||
| 1947 | #49 | ||||
| 1948 | #52 | ||||
| 1949 | #49 | ||||
| 1950 | #50 | #199 | |||
| 1951 | #50 | ||||
| 1952 | #53 | ||||
| 1953 | #52 | ||||
| 1954 | #54 | ||||
| 1955 | #55 | ||||
| 1956 | #55 | ||||
| 1957 | #61 | ||||
| 1958 | #61 | #191 | |||
| 1959 | #64 | #223 | |||
| 1960 | #65 | ||||
| 1961 | #70 | #177 | |||
| 1962 | #69 | ||||
| 1963 | #71 | #199 | |||
| 1964 | #74 | #251 | |||
| 1965 | #76 | ||||
| 1966 | #73 | #242 | |||
| 1967 | #70 | #214 | |||
| 1968 | #69 | #208 | |||
| 1969 | #67 | ||||
| 1970 | #65 | #197 | |||
| 1971 | #74 | #258 | |||
| 1972 | #74 | #229 | |||
| 1973 | #82 | #308 | |||
| 1974 | #83 | ||||
| 1975 | #86 | #303 | |||
| 1976 | #92 | #251 | |||
| 1977 | #93 | #275 | |||
| 1978 | #101 | #274 | |||
| 1979 | #111 | #258 | |||
| 1980 | #113 | #189 | |||
| 1981 | #113 | ||||
| 1982 | #118 | ||||
| 1983 | #116 | #246 | #354 | ||
| 1984 | #120 | #298 | |||
| 1985 | #127 | #269 | |||
| 1986 | #125 | #259 | |||
| 1987 | #127 | ||||
| 1988 | #129 | #288 | #354 | ||
| 1989 | #133 | #259 | #343 | ||
| 1990 | #130 | #239 | #362 | ||
| 1991 | #144 | #302 | #309 | #328 | |
| 1992 | #153 | #319 | #319 | #307 | |
| 1993 | #165 | #315 | #371 | #304 | |
| 1994 | #165 | #293 | #318 | #287 | |
| 1995 | #186 | #180 | #294 | #313 | |
| 1996 | #193 | #220 | #402 | #357 | |
| 1997 | #211 | #464 | #303 | #321 | #320 |
| 1998 | #216 | #505 | #304 | #415 | #342 |
| 1999 | #226 | #553 | #309 | #231 | #352 |
| 2000 | #235 | #486 | #229 | #366 | #333 |
| 2001 | #225 | #551 | #329 | #307 | #427 |
| 2002 | #235 | #450 | #321 | #371 | #354 |
| 2003 | #246 | #438 | #346 | #319 | #380 |
| 2004 | #251 | #326 | #290 | #254 | #352 |
| 2005 | #241 | #310 | #208 | #218 | #385 |
| 2006 | #237 | #317 | #320 | #264 | #464 |
| 2007 | #241 | #360 | #232 | #262 | #379 |
| 2008 | #246 | #387 | #170 | #297 | #454 |
| 2009 | #256 | #382 | #295 | #318 | #426 |
| 2010 | #267 | #436 | #240 | #289 | #491 |
| 2011 | #282 | #372 | #246 | #258 | #456 |
| 2012 | #281 | #430 | #201 | #241 | #524 |
| 2013 | #267 | #459 | #234 | #247 | #425 |
| 2014 | #300 | #389 | #315 | #233 | #396 |
| 2015 | #310 | #436 | #207 | #248 | #404 |
| 2016 | #335 | #380 | #276 | #267 | #475 |
| 2017 | #346 | #402 | #232 | #252 | #464 |
| 2018 | #352 | #376 | #277 | #232 | #457 |
| 2019 | #375 | #440 | #266 | #174 | #522 |
| 2020 | #388 | #417 | #378 | #259 | #591 |
| 2021 | #433 | #443 | #203 | #704 | |
| 2022 | #401 | #441 | #413 | #168 | #654 |
| 2023 | #435 | #437 | #199 | #596 | |
| 2024 | #456 | #494 | #328 | #156 | #703 |
| 2025 | #458 | #431 | #408 | #251 | #597 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Johnny
Names Similar to Johnny
Nicknames for Johnny
- John
- Jon
- Jonny
Famous People Named Johnny
| Johnny Depp | American actor |
| Johnny Cash | American singer-songwriter |
| Johnny Carson | American television host |
| Johnny Galecki | American actor |
| Johnny Weissmuller | American swimmer and actor |
| Johnny Knoxville | American actor and comedian |
| Johnny Hallyday | French singer |
| Johnny Unitas | American football player |
| Johnny Mercer | American songwriter |
| Johnny Winter | American musician |
| Johnny Damon | American baseball player |
| Johnny Marr | English musician |
| Johnny Clegg | South African musician |
| Johnny Gale | American football player |
| Johnny Oates | American baseball player and manager |
| Johnny Bench | American baseball player |
| Johnny Mathis | American singer |
| Johnny Rotten | English musician |
| Johnny Miller | American golfer |
| Johnny Herbert | English Formula One driver |
Characters Named Johnny
| Johnny Bravo | Cartoon character from the TV show "Johnny Bravo" |
| Johnny Cage | Character from the "Mortal Kombat" video game series |
| Johnny Storm | Also known as the Human Torch from the Fantastic Four comics |
| Johnny Utah | Character from the movie "Point Break" |
| Johnny Test | Protagonist of the animated series "Johnny Test" |
| Johnny Appleseed | Folklore character |
| Johnny English | Character from the movie series "Johnny English" |
| Johnny Castle | Character from the movie "Dirty Dancing" |
| Johnny Five | Robot character from the movie "Short Circuit" |
| Johnny Silverhand | Character from the video game "Cyberpunk 2077" |
| Johnny Blaze | Also known as Ghost Rider from Marvel Comics |
| Johnny Rocco | Character from the movie "Key Largo" |
| Johnny Lawrence | Character from the TV series "Cobra Kai" |
| Johnny Klebitz | Character from the video game "Grand Theft Auto IV" |
| Johnny Rose | Character from the TV series "Schitt's Creek" |
| Johnny Joestar | Character from the manga and anime series "JoJo's Bizarre Adventure" |
| Johnny Smith | Character from the TV series "The Dead Zone" |
| Johnny B. Goode | Fictional rock 'n' roll guitarist mentioned in the song by Chuck Berry |