What origin is the name Yohanan?

Yohanan comes from Hebrew naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

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Names from the same hebrew tradition pair naturally with Yohanan — for example Isabella, Abigail, Elizabeth. You can browse more on our hebrew names page.

Yohanan

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Yohanan

Yohanan

Boy

Hebrew & Biblical

3 syllables

Yohanan (יוחנן) is a Hebrew boy's name meaning "God is gracious".

Yohanan is a boy name of Hebrew origin meaning "God is gracious". It has 3 syllables.

Native script: יוחנן
Origin: Hebrew & Biblical
Gender: Boy
Syllables: 3

Last updated 24 October 2026.

Meaning

God is gracious

Popularity

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Written as יוחנן

Quick answers about Yohanan

What does Yohanan mean?

Yohanan is a boy name of Hebrew origin meaning "God is gracious".

How popular is Yohanan?

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Sister names that go with Yohanan

Isabella Abigail Elizabeth Hannah Sarah Leah

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Name numerology

7is the Chaldean number for Yohanan.

Number 7 is linked with wisdom, reflection and intuition.

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Names with a similar meaning to Yohanan

Yohanan means "God is gracious" — these names share that spirit.

John — "God is gracious, a name widely used for apostles and saints in the Christian tradition." (Hebrew)
Mila — "Gracious, dear" (Slavic)
Evan — "God is gracious" (Welsh)
Jack — "God is gracious" (English)