John

God is gracious

GenderBoyOriginHebrewSay itJAHNPopularityTimeless
Pronounced JAHN

About the name John

Arguably the most classic name in the English language. John is simple, dignified, and universal, maintaining a stature that few other names can match.

John has a solid, dependable warmth that has made him a beloved classic for generations.

Fun fact

Despite being one of history's most common names, only one king of England was ever named John — his troubled reign made later monarchs avoid reusing it.

Nicknames for John

JohnnyJack

Variations

JackJohnnySeanIan

Famous people named John

  • John Lennon (musician)
  • John F. Kennedy (U.S. president)

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