John

True, along with Benjamin, Robert, and William. I should’ve better specified as to why I prefer John over them. Yes, while they’re all traditional, I feel like John is a little less used today than all of the aforementioned. And I also think John, like many other traditional names such as Matthew and Thomas, are more appealing than other traditional names like Benjamin. It’s all a matter of preference.

Michael is pretty traditional.

Too common, and slang for a toilet.

A classic. To put it concisely, John has enough appeal and namesakes to last it a few more centuries. Although the amount of Johns is decreasing, John is certainly more pleasant yet serious than the trite slew of Michaels, Aidans, Liams, and Benjamins. An overused choice, sure, but it’s definitely worth considering this classic.

Nope.

Why not use the variations like:Sean,Ian,Jean,Giovanni...

This is one of my all time favourite names. It's very versatile - anyone can be called John - but, as the name continues to fall down the popularity ladder, it's unlikely there will be multiple Johns to a class. I'd use this name in a heartbeat!

I like the nickname Little John, like from Robin Hood.

This name is way too common and popular. No thanks.

I hate the name John! So Blah. Why can't it be Jonathan or something? -.-

john is my name i was named after 2 johns in my family i love my name i am proud to be a john

I have a John, he's 10 now. I always thought it sounded strong, manly, very handsome and dependable. I always called him John, or Baby John, but as he got to be around 4-5 years old, starting pre-K and kindergarten, he really decided for himself, he's no "Johnny". When people would call him Johnny, he'd frown and correct them: "My name is John, J-O-H-N".... Still one of my favorite memories as a mother. It's a very flexible name. His Oma and one uncle call him John-Boy, he doesn't mind that. But don't call him Johnny....

Every young John I know dislikes their name and chooses to go by another name or their initials. It's so common and way too boring for me.

John's good, but Jack is great!

So do I. John is timeless and strong.

So much better to be called John - a good honest traditional name - than Jayden. I really like John.

I'm a teenager, and I know five Johns in my age range. It's a a solid name, yes, but not novel at all.

I disagree!

John is so blank and bland. It's been battered down by over-usage. No spark of life left. Try Jonathan, Ian, Johann, Johannes, Jean, or Sean instead!

considering its #26 and has been top 20 forever, probably a lot.

same. Its so boring with no personality left.

you can have names that arent object of ridicule, yet arent shared with a million other guys.

Meh. Way too boring and overused for me. No personality or spunk left in the name at all. You can still use classic historic names that arent shared with millions of other guys.

When my friend was trying to come up with boy names that are familiar yet uncommon in the current generation, her mother suggested John. My friend ended up choosing a different name, but I think that was an inspired suggestion. Really, how many young Johns do you know? It may sound boring to some older ears, but I imagine it will sound fresh and novel in upcoming generations.

John is a timeless classic. To each his own.

John is one of those names that I absolutely love, but would never use because of how normal it is (Robert, James and Logan are a couple others). Nobody's going to think "Hey, that's a cool name." or anything like that. If I ever have a kid, I want them to have a name that's unique but not bizarre (Pippin type names-- easy to spell and remember, but they probably won't meet another one). I've never actually met a John in real life. I have met a couple of Jacks, though.

I love the name John, and I really don't like when people say that certain names are "boring." As another poster said, children are not fashion statements. I'd rather my child have a "boring" name than one that makes them the object of ridicule and judgment, especially when they're adults trying to (pardon the pun) make a name for themselves. A name should be flexible enough to accommodate the actual adult human that child decides he or she is at all stages in their life. John fits the bill nicely without being slave to name trends.

This is the ultimate classic of classics. I used to think John was the epitome of a boring average name, but I've recently started to look at it in a new light. While I don't love it and won't go out singing the praises of John anytime soon, I can see its steadiness, simplicity, its handsome sound, wonderful name meaning and usage in history that makes up its appeal. SO many Johns are named after their fathers or various familial relations though; it would be nice to meet a baby John named so just because his parents just liked the name, and not just out of obligation.

Well, John isn't my favorite name! However, I love Jonathan. If I was to use John, I'd spell it Jon and it would be a nickname for Jonathan.

I love John! Prefer it as a double name (John Patrick, John Isaac)... John is a timeless classic, with such a rich history. The great thing is now a days you don't hear of many baby's named John. For me John is a reminder of a time past, bringing to my mind the Kennedy's and all of their elegance . Just can't go wrong with John.

I really like this name! If I had been a boy, I would have been named John Constantine.

I know SO MANY Johns/Jonathons and four of them are in my own family. It's the most boring name please NO

i like this name, and the nickname johnny is cute

I don't see the appeal. It is THE most boring boy name I have ever heard

I used to think it was super plain, but recently I have developed a fondness for John. Like a previous poster said: anyone can be John. And I love the nn Johnny.

I love this name. Its classic every man quality and its refreshing sense of tradition in a world of Caidyn's make for a great choice. It may not win any popularity contests, but kids aren't fashion statements. I like John Nicholas as a combination a lot.

John. The most average-guy name ever. To liven it up, use a double name like John David. Although it's perfect on its own...

I love how flexible the name John is. He's like a blank canvas. Anyone can be John.