Boy
Johnson
son of John
About Johnson
Timeless and straightforward, Johnson represents classic American naming at its finest. This name needs no introduction—it's been carried by presidents, athletes, scholars, and everyday heroes throughout generations. Johnson possesses an inherent trustworthiness, a name that immediately puts people at ease. There's an honesty to its simplicity, a refreshing directness in an age of increasingly elaborate names. It crosses all social boundaries effortlessly, fitting comfortably in any community, any profession, any context. Johnson is the kind of name that lets a person's character and accomplishments speak for themselves, without drawing undue attention to the name itself. It's versatile, moving seamlessly from playground to graduation stage to professional life. For parents who value substance over flash, tradition over trend, Johnson offers a rock-solid foundation. This name has proven its staying power across centuries, and it will undoubtedly continue serving the next generation with equal distinction.
Popularity of the Name Johnson
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | New Zealand | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #512 | ||
| 1881 | #546 | ||
| 1882 | #591 | ||
| 1883 | #542 | ||
| 1884 | #532 | ||
| 1885 | #534 | ||
| 1886 | #586 | ||
| 1887 | #566 | ||
| 1888 | #455 | ||
| 1889 | #536 | ||
| 1890 | #471 | ||
| 1891 | #353 | ||
| 1892 | #432 | ||
| 1893 | #556 | ||
| 1895 | #589 | ||
| 1896 | #450 | ||
| 1897 | #665 | ||
| 1898 | #720 | ||
| 1899 | #399 | ||
| 1900 | #370 | ||
| 1901 | #459 | ||
| 1902 | #627 | ||
| 1903 | #604 | ||
| 1904 | #483 | ||
| 1905 | #327 | ||
| 1906 | #449 | ||
| 1907 | #649 | ||
| 1908 | #644 | ||
| 1909 | #539 | ||
| 1910 | #592 | ||
| 1911 | #775 | ||
| 1912 | #656 | ||
| 1913 | #865 | ||
| 1914 | #729 | ||
| 1915 | #677 | ||
| 1916 | #718 | ||
| 1917 | #867 | ||
| 1918 | #716 | ||
| 1919 | #724 | ||
| 1920 | #809 | ||
| 1921 | #712 | ||
| 1922 | #984 | ||
| 1923 | #855 | ||
| 1924 | #862 | ||
| 1925 | #894 | ||
| 1926 | #846 | ||
| 1927 | #903 | ||
| 1928 | #810 | ||
| 1929 | #874 | ||
| 1930 | #932 | ||
| 1932 | #870 | ||
| 1938 | #955 | ||
| 1942 | #905 | ||
| 1943 | #936 | ||
| 1944 | #856 | ||
| 1945 | #947 | ||
| 1948 | #881 | ||
| 1982 | #940 | ||
| 1983 | #960 | ||
| 1986 | #975 | ||
| 1987 | #948 | ||
| 1990 | #321 | ||
| 1996 | #270 | #845 | |
| 1999 | #380 | #688 | |
| 2001 | #330 | #727 | |
| 1991 | #641 | ||
| 1992 | #518 | ||
| 1993 | #854 | ||
| 1994 | #808 | ||
| 1995 | #681 | ||
| 1997 | #627 | ||
| 1998 | #701 | ||
| 2000 | #964 | ||
| 2002 | #823 | ||
| 2005 | #888 |
Top names by country: United States · New Zealand · Canada
Variations of Name Johnson
Names Similar to Johnson
Nicknames for Johnson
- John
- Johnny
- Jon
Famous People Named Johnson
| Johnson & Johnson | Founders of the renowned healthcare company |
| Lyndon B. Johnson | 36th President of the United States |
| Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson | Actor and former professional wrestler |
| Samuel Johnson | Renowned English writer and lexicographer |
| Magic Johnson | Former professional basketball player |
| Jack Johnson | First African American heavyweight boxing champion |
| Don Johnson | Actor known for "Miami Vice" and "Nash Bridges" |
| Boris Johnson | British Prime Minister |
| Robert Johnson | Influential blues musician |
| Ben Johnson | Canadian sprinter, Olympic gold medalist |
| Andrew Johnson | 17th President of the United States |
| Gary Johnson | American businessman and politician |
| Walter Johnson | Hall of Fame baseball pitcher |
| Calvin Johnson | Former NFL wide receiver |
| Lonnie Johnson | Inventor and engineer |
| Anthony Johnson | Early American settler and freed slave |
| Randy Johnson | Former MLB pitcher |
| Willis Johnson | Entrepreneur and founder of Copart |
| Donell Johnson | Music producer and songwriter |
| Wayde van Niekerk | South African sprinter |
Characters Named Johnson
| Johnson J. Johnson | Character in the TV series "Third Rock from the Sun" |
| Johnson Ritter | Character in the movie "Die Hard with a Vengeance" |
| Johnson "Johnny" Lee | Character in the film "The Cider House Rules" |
| Johnson Deere | Character in the novel "A Confederacy of Dunces" |
| Johnson the Lion | Character in the animated series "The Lion Guard" |
| Johnson McBride | Character in the video game "Red Dead Redemption" |
| Johnson Over Jordan | Title character in a play by J.B. Priestley |
| Johnson Vendetti | Character in the video game "Mafia III" |
| Johnson Taske | Character in the movie "Cloud Atlas" |
| Johnson Riggins | Character in the TV series "Friday Night Lights" |
| Johnson Ash | Character in the novel "The Bonfire of the Vanities" |
| Johnson "Johnny" Laster | Character in the film "The Legend of Bagger Vance" |
| Johnson Karper | Character in the book "The Water Method Man" by John Irving |
| Johnson Trueblood | Character in the novel "Invisible Man" by Ralph Ellison |
| Johnson Peterson | Character in the TV series "Six Feet Under" |