NAME PROFILE
Joan
Joan is a feminine form of the name John, meaning 'God is gracious.' It conveys strength and resilience, embodying a sense of determination and courage. The name carries a timeless quality, often associated with trailblazers who challenge the status quo.
Key Stats
| Total births | 488,939 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1932 |
| Peak generation | Silent Gen |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | Yes |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NY — 24%CA — 22%TX — 20%IL — 17%FL — 17%
Notable People
Joan of Arc (Historical figure, French heroine) · Joan Baez (Musician and activist) · Joan Crawford (Actress, *Mildred Pierce*) · Joan Didion (Author and essayist) · Joan Jett (Musician, *The Runaways*)
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