| Meaning | God is gracious |
| Origin | English, French, Hebrew |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 6 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Jo-anne |
About Joanne
Classic, substantial, and thoroughly respectable—this name represents enduring quality. It combines traditional feminine grace with notable strength, never feeling fragile or overly delicate. The name has served generations well, proving its versatility and staying power. While less common among today's newborns, that scarcity becomes an advantage, offering your daughter distinction in contemporary settings. The two-syllable structure is balanced and complete, and the double-n adds visual interest to its spelling. There's honesty in this choice, a lack of pretense that some parents find deeply appealing. It suggests reliability and capability, qualities that serve well throughout life. The name carries professional polish while remaining personally warm. For families valuing heritage and substance over trendiness, this represents a thoughtful selection that respects the past while confidently moving forward.
Nicknames for Joanne
| Jo |
| Joey |
| Annie |
| Jojo |
| Joa |
Famous People Named Joanne
| Joanne Rowling | J.K. Rowling - British author, known for the Harry Potter series |
| Joanne Froggatt | English actress, best known for her role in "Downton Abbey" |
| Joanne Chen | Taiwanese-American journalist and writer |
| Joanne Kelly | Canadian actress, known for her role in "Warehouse 13" |
| Joanne Whalley | English actress and producer |
| Joanne Gignilliat Trimmier Woodward | American actress and producer |
| Joanne Tucker | American actress and producer |
| Joanne Woodward | American actress and producer |
| Joanne P. McCallie | American college basketball coach |
| Joanne Catherall | English singer, member of the band The Human League |
| Joanne Calderwood | Scottish mixed martial artist |
| Joanne Borgella | American singer, model, and reality show contestant |
| Joanne Vannicola | Canadian actress and activist |
| Joanne Weir | American chef, author, and television personality |
| Joanne M. Harris | British author, known for "Chocolat" |
| Joanne Clifton | English dancer and choreographer |
| Joanne Drayton | New Zealand author and academic |
| Joanne Linville | American actress |
Characters Named Joanne
| Joanne Walker | Main character in the "Walker Papers" series by C.E. Murphy |
| Joanne "Jo" Polniaczek | Character from the TV show "The Facts of Life" |
| Joanne "Jo" Bhaer | Character in Louisa May Alcott's novel "Little Women" |
| Joanne "Jo" Rowling | Character in the TV show "Suits" |
| Joanne "Jo" Berry | Character in the TV show "Grey's Anatomy" |
| Joanne "Jo" O'Meara | Character in the TV show "EastEnders" |
| Joanne "Jo" Hartman | Character in the film "Parenthood" |
| Joanne "Jo" Harvelle | Character in the TV show "Supernatural" |
| Joanne "Jo" Stubbs | Character in the film "Ferris Bueller's Day Off" |
| Joanne "Jo" Stafford | Character in the TV show "The Facts of Life" |
| Joanne "Jo" Cahill | Character in the film "The Medallion" |
| Joanne "Jo" Shuster | Character in the TV show "Law & Order - Special Victims Unit" |
| Joanne "Jo" McGill | Character in the film "The Fly" |
| Joanne "Jo" Mitchell | Character in the film "Whale Rider" |
| Joanne "Jo" Curly Carter | Character in the TV show "Carter Country" |
| Joanne "Jo" Summers | Character in the TV show "The Mentalist" |
| Joanne "Jo" Lupo | Character in the TV show "Eureka" |
| Joanne "Jo" Grayson | Character in the film "Life as We Know It" |
| Joanne "Jo" May | Character in the film "The Croods" |