JOHANNES  

Gender: M
Origin: German, Dutch, Scandinavian, and Estonian variation of JOHN
Meaning: "God is gracious"

An Old World name that might have a chance to rise again with other ancient and exotic forms. Be sure to say yo-hahn-es.

Johannes is being discussed in our message boards:

• My Amazing Family names.
• Aaaack! DH hates them all (boy names)
• Baby names that also work in German??
• Last minute help please!
• Classical Musicians Anyone?

Read Nameberry blog posts about Johannes:

• DAD NAMES: NOTEWORTHY NAMES OF SOME FAMOUS FATHERS
• NAMEBERRY MOTHER'S DAY CONTEST WINNERS!