Johnnie

What does the baby name Johnnie mean? Learn about what Johnnie means, its history & origin, popularity in our random name database, pronunciation, similar names, nicknames & spelling variations.

Johnnie - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

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J-O-H-N-N-I-E, is a 7-letter male given name.
Meaning of Johnnie
God is gracious.
Origin of Johnnie
The name 'Johnnie' is a diminutive form of the name 'John'. 'John' is derived from the Hebrew name 'Yochanan', meaning 'Yahweh is gracious'. It has its roots in the Old Testament and is a common name among Christians.
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Popularity of Johnnie
The popularity of the name 'Johnnie' has varied over time. It reached its peak in the early to mid-20th century when it was a popular given name for boys. However, in recent years, its usage has declined significantly.
Johnnie currently has 34 likes, and is in the top 6% of liked boy's names. The name Albus is slightly more popular than Johnnie.

Etymology of Johnnie

The name 'Johnnie' is a variant spelling of the name 'Johnny', which is a diminutive form of 'John'. 'Johnny' is derived from the Middle English name 'Jon', which is a short form of 'John'. The name 'John' itself comes from the Latin name 'Ioannes', which was derived from the Greek name 'Ioannes', meaning 'Yahweh is gracious'.

Cultural Significance of Johnnie

The name 'Johnnie' holds cultural significance as it is associated with the biblical figure of John the Baptist and the apostle John. In Christian tradition, John the Baptist is known for his role as a prophet and for baptizing Jesus Christ. The apostle John is known for his writings in the New Testament, including the Gospel of John.