João

God is gracious

GenderBoyOriginPortugueseSay itzhoo-OWPopularityTop 100
Pronounced zhoo-OW

About the name João

João is the Portuguese form of John and one of the most beloved names in the Lusophone world. It carries centuries of royal and everyday tradition alike.

Warm, steady, and quietly confident.

Fun fact

João has been the name of multiple Portuguese kings, including João I and João VI.

Nicknames for João

JoãozinhoJão

Variations

JoaoJohamJoanicoJuan

Famous people named João

  • João Félix (footballer)
  • João Havelange (sports administrator)

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