Meaning & History
Johna is a feminine given name that is a variant of John, the English form of the Hebrew name Yoḥanan, meaning "Yahweh is gracious." The name Johna is rare in usage, formed by adding the feminine suffix -a to John. It is a modern alternative to more common feminine forms such as Joanna or Jane.
While Johna itself has no notable historical bearers or widespread cultural footprint, its root name John has deep biblical and historical significance. John appears in the New Testament as both John the Baptist and the apostle John, and has been borne by numerous saints, popes, and monarchs across Europe. The feminine forms of John have been used since the Middle Ages, but Johna specifically emerged in English-speaking countries as a streamlined variant, possibly inspired by names like Donna or Mona, or as a response to the -a trend in feminine names.
- Meaning: Yahweh is gracious
- Origin: English, feminine variant of John
- Type: First name
- Usage regions: English-speaking countries
- Related names: Johnna, Joanna, Johnie, Johnny
Related Names
Sources: Wiktionary — Johna