How Many People Are Named Joana?

Complete statistics for the name Joana: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Joana
Very Rare
Hebrew

Joana, a very rare female name, is held by just 1 in 43,757 Americans today, making it quite unique. With around 7,542 people named Joana alive in the US, it's a name that stands out. Interestingly, over half of those named Joana are under 30, giving it a decidedly modern vibe.

~7,542
Living in US
1 in 43,757
Americans
2001
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Hebrew, meaning 'God is gracious'
🌐
Origin
Hebrew
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 5
Personality Traits
Gracious Compassionate Kind
5
Life Path Number

People with the life path number 5 are adaptable and adventurous, often embracing change.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

50,437
Worldwide Bearers
#1,061
Global Rank
🇺🇸 United States
5,690
🇱🇹 Lithuania
5,274
🇨🇲 Cameroon
2,928
🇦🇱 Albania
2,592
🇿🇦 South Africa
2,544
🇹🇿 Tanzania
2,181
🇿🇼 Zimbabwe
1,917
🇻🇪 Venezuela
1,914
🇳🇬 Nigeria
1,679
🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea
1,660

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
7,542 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 30
4,411
Would be under 30 (56%)
2,996
Would be 30–60 (38%)
470
Would be over 60 (6%)

All 7,877 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2001

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Declining

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
96
Classic Feel
38
Modern Appeal
82
International
5

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Joana Through the Generations

Joana has seen its popularity rise and fall over the decades, peaking in 2001 with 357 births. Today, it's considered a declining name, but still holds a special place among younger generations. The average age of someone named Joana is 30, with 4,411 individuals under 30, 2,996 between 30 and 60, and only 470 over 60. This distribution paints a picture of a name that's becoming less common but remains cherished by many.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

California 2,569
Texas 1,118
New York 468
Illinois 309
Florida 306
North Carolina 126
New Jersey 124
Georgia 112
Arizona 91
Colorado 49

✨ Similar Names to Joana

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Joana's Hebrew roots

📄 About the Name Joana

How Many People Have the Name Joana?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 7,542 people in the United States currently share the name Joana. That works out to roughly 1 in every 43,757 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Joana a Common or Rare Name?

Joana is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Joana Mean?

Joana means "Hebrew, meaning 'God is gracious'" and comes from Hebrew origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Joana in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Joana Most Popular?

The name Joana reached peak popularity in 2001, with 357 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Joana?

Approximately 7,542 people named Joana live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 7,877. That works out to roughly 1 in 43,757 Americans.

Is Joana a rare name?

Joana is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 43,757 Americans has this name.

What does the name Joana mean?

Joana means "Hebrew, meaning 'God is gracious'" and comes from Hebrew origins.

Is Joana more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Joana are male and 100% are female.

When was Joana most popular?

Joana peaked in 2001 with 357 births that year. Current trend: Declining.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US7,542
All-Time Births7,877
1 in X1 in 43,757
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age30
Peak Year2001
World Rank#1,061
Male %0%
Female %100%

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Data Source

Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.