Johnie is a name of American origin, derived from the English name John. It is a variant spelling of Johnny, which itself is a diminutive form of John.
The name John is originally derived from the Hebrew name "Yochanan," which means "God is gracious." This name has been widely used throughout history and has been popular among many cultures around the world.
Johnie, like its parent name John, was first recorded in England during the late Middle Ages. However, it did not become particularly common until the 20th century when many parents began using it as a unique alternative to the more traditional Johnny or Jonathan.
Today, Johnie is still relatively rare compared to other forms of the name John but continues to be used by families who wish to honor tradition while giving their child a distinctive name.
The name Johnie experienced significant fluctuations in popularity over the years. Peaking in 1918 with 633 births, it declined steadily throughout the mid-20th century, reaching its lowest point in recent times with only 6 births in 2023. Overall, there were 20,920 births named Johnie between 1880 and 2023.