NAME PROFILE
John
John is a Hebrew name meaning 'Yahweh is gracious.' It conveys a sense of kindness and humility. Individuals named John are often seen as dependable and trustworthy, embodying a strong moral character and a warm disposition.
Key Stats
| Total births | 5,204,377 |
| Gender | Male (94% / 6%) |
| Peak year | 1947 |
| Peak generation | Boomer |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NY — 21%TX — 20%PA — 20%IL — 20%OH — 20%
Notable People
John Lennon (Musician, member of The Beatles) · John F. Kennedy (35th President of the United States) · John Steinbeck (Author, *The Grapes of Wrath*) · John Locke (Philosopher, known for his work on political theory) · John Wayne (Actor, icon of American cinema)
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