Johanna is a classic and elegant name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'God is gracious.' It is derived from the male name John, which itself evolved from the Hebrew name Johanan. This name gained popularity during the Middle Ages due to its connection with the biblical Johanna, also known as Joanna, who was one of Jesus' followers. In some languages and cultures, Johanna has variations such as Joan, Juana, or Giovanna, each adding a unique touch to this timeless name.
The name Johanna seems to have been moderately popular from the late 70s to the early 90s, with a peak of 14 births in 1985. However, it has since become less common, with only 5 births recorded in 2008. Overall, there were 129 babies named Johanna over this period.