John
Meaning of John
John is a traditionally male name with biblical origins. It has been an enduring choice for parents, consistently ranking high in popularity charts for more than a century. The name John originates from the Hebrew name 'Yochanan', meaning "God is gracious". In English, it's pronounced as jahn or jonn (/dʒɑn/ or /dʒɒn/). Variations of this classic name include Jon and Jonathan.
John has been widely used across different cultures and eras, making it a timeless choice with a rich history. The name's popularity peaked in the early 20th Century and remained in the top three names given to baby boys until 1924. While its popularity has slightly decreased in recent decades, it remains a solid choice among parents seeking a traditional, strong name. Whether you're drawn to its biblical roots, its historical significance or simply its timeless charm, John remains a classic choice for any newborn boy.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as jahn (/dʒɑn/)
British English
- Pronunced as jonn (/dʒɒn/)
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Notable People Named John
| John Lennon - John Winston Ono Lennon was an English singer, songwriter, and musician known for his role as the founder and co-lead vocalist of the Beatles, with a diverse body of work in music, writing, drawings, and film. |
| John Herschel Glenn Jr. was a pioneering American astronaut, politician, and war hero known for being the first American to orbit the Earth and the oldest person to travel to space. |
| John the Baptist was a prominent Judaean preacher in the early 1st century AD, known by various names in different religious traditions. |
| John Mayer is a Grammy-winning American singer, songwriter, and guitarist known for his hit albums "Room for Squares" and "Heavier Things." |
| John Wesley was an influential English cleric and theologian who founded the Methodist movement within the Church of England. |
| John Wilkes Booth was a prominent American stage actor who infamously assassinated President Abraham Lincoln in 1865. |
| John Glover Roberts Jr. is the 17th chief justice of the United States, known for his moderate conservative judicial philosophy and willingness to work with the Supreme Court's liberal bloc. |
| John Marwood Cleese is an English actor, comedian, and producer who co-founded the iconic comedy troupe Monty Python. |
| John Higgins is a highly successful Scottish professional snooker player with numerous championship titles and a prolific record of century breaks. |
| John Ernst Steinbeck, an American writer, was awarded the 1962 Nobel Prize in Literature for his impactful and insightful works, earning him the title "a giant of American letters." |
| John William Coltrane was a highly influential American jazz saxophonist, bandleader, and composer, known for his significant contributions to the history of jazz and 20th-century music. |
| John Joseph Gotti Jr. was a notorious American mobster and leader of the Gambino crime family in New York City, known for orchestrating the murder of his predecessor and becoming one of the most powerful figures in organized crime. |
| John Denver, born Henry John Deutschendorf Jr., was a beloved American singer and songwriter, known for his acoustic music and as one of the best-selling artists of the 1970s. |
| John Legend, born John Roger Stephens, is a multi-talented American musician, known for his hit song "Ordinary People" and his work as a singer, songwriter, pianist, record producer, and actor. |
| John VII Palaiologos, also known as Andronikos, was a Byzantine emperor for five months in 1390. |
