Johana

Variation of Johanna
"God is gracious"

Johana Origin and Meaning

The name Johana is a girl's name of Czech origin.

Johana is a feminine name that serves as a variation of Johanna, which is the feminine form of John. With Hebrew origins, it carries the beautiful meaning "God is gracious." This spelling variant removes one 'n' from the traditional Johanna, giving it a slightly more streamlined appearance while maintaining its classical essence. Johana is particularly popular in Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Spanish-speaking countries. While less common than Johanna in English-speaking regions, its international appeal and biblical connections make it an elegant, timeless choice. The name offers the cute nickname options of Jo, Jojo, or Hana, adding to its versatility.

# 913 in the US

Johana Rank in US Top 1000

Popularity of the name Johana

Famous People Named Johana

  • (Eli) Johana Moreno
    Colombian hammer thrower
  • Johana Riva
    Miss Uruguay 2014
  • Johana Farina Pesántez
    Ecuadorian politician
  • Johana Edelmira Ordóñez
    Ecuadorian race walker
  • Johana Gómez
    Venezuelan softball player
  • Johana Beatriz Fuenmayor
    VEnezuealan fencer
  • Johana Harris
    Canadian pianist

The name Johana in Pop Culture

  • Johana Baker
    from the movie "The Big Blue" played by Rosanna Arquette