Joanna

Meaning God is gracious
Origin Hebrew
Gender Girl
Popularity Popular
Length 6
Syllables 3
Syllabification Jo-an-na

About Joanna

Classic without being antiquated, this name has weathered centuries of use while maintaining its essential freshness and appeal. The biblical roots provide historical weight and spiritual significance for families valuing religious connections, though the name functions beautifully in secular contexts as well. The four-syllable structure creates a rhythmic quality that distinguishes it from shorter naming trends, offering substantial presence and formality when desired. Yet the name's warmth and approachability prevent it from feeling overly formal or distant in casual settings. Multiple nickname options—Jo, Joey, Anna—provide flexibility while the full version maintains professional gravitas for adult life. The name's international recognition means your daughter will encounter few pronunciation difficulties as she travels or works globally. Its steady presence across decades demonstrates remarkable staying power, suggesting it won't feel dated as fleeting trends come and go. Parents appreciating names that honor tradition while avoiding extreme popularity find this sweet spot particularly appealing. The name's complete yet unpretentious nature allows your daughter's personality to take center stage without competition from an overwhelming or theatrical name. Its versatility across ages, contexts, and personality types makes it a reliably excellent choice.

Variations of Name Joanna

Johanna
Joana
Jovana
Juana
Jana

Nicknames for Joanna

Jo
Jojo
Joanie
Johannah
Annie
Joanna

Famous People Named Joanna

Joanna CassidyAmerican actress
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Joanna ColesBritish-American journalist and magazine editor
Joanna GainesAmerican television personality and interior designer
Joanna ShimkusCanadian actress
Joanna PacittiAmerican singer-songwriter and actress
Joanna KernsAmerican actress and director
Joanna PettetBritish-American actress
Joanna MooreAmerican actress
Joanna GoingAmerican actress
Joanna WangTaiwanese-American singer-songwriter
Joanna BarnesAmerican actress and novelist
Joanna HoggBritish film director and screenwriter
Joanna NewsomAmerican harpist, singer, and composer
Joanna LumleyEnglish actress, presenter, and activist
Joanna CameronAmerican actress and model
Joanna GleasonCanadian actress and singer

Characters Named Joanna

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Joanna Mason"The Hunger Games" trilogy by Suzanne Collins
Joanna Harcourt-Smith"Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas" by Hunter S. Thompson
Joanna Beauchamp"Witches of East End" by Melissa de la Cruz
Joanna Kramer"Kramer vs. Kramer" by Avery Corman
Joanna Lannister"A Song of Ice and Fire" series by George R.R. Martin
Joanna Mills"The Return" by Eric Red
Joanna Selby"Fingersmith" by Sarah Waters
Joanna Reed"The Other Woman" by Joy Fielding
Joanna 'Jo' Mitchell"Camp Rock" series
Joanna Balta"The Inheritance Cycle" series by Christopher Paolini
Joanna Farber"The Whole Truth" by David Baldacci
Joanna McCoy"Star Trek" series
Joanna Summers"Doctor Who" TV series