Johni, of Scandinavian origin, is a unisex given name that has gained popularity in recent years. It is often considered a variant spelling of John or Joan, meaning 'God is gracious' or 'grace'. The name Johni has also been associated with individuals who have made significant contributions to their respective fields, such as Johniqua Moore, an American actress known for her role in the TV series 'The Quad', and Johni C. Wise, a former US Army general who served during World War II.
The name Johni experienced popularity fluctuations over the decades, with peaks in the late 1980s and early 1990s, but has since become less common, dropping to single-digit births per year after 2010.