US Popularity Rank: 3610

Origin: Hebrew

Meaning: God is gracious, Yahweh is gracious

If you wish for baby to feel connected to their faith, Johnnie is a divine choice. A variation of Johnny and a diminutive of John, the gender-neutral moniker is the English form of the Hebrew name Yochanan. It means “Yahweh is gracious” or “God is gracious” and features in the Old Testament. The name gained popularity from the New Testament and has since become more secular. Celebrities like Depp, Cash, and Carson all share a variation of the namesake. With a name like Johnnie, you can rest assured they will share in your beliefs. Hopefully, baby Johnnie’s life will be as kind to them as their moniker proclaims.