Female Name
Joann
ˈd͡ʒoʊn
d͡ʒoʊ.ˈæn
Overview
Gender
feminine
Origin
Categories
As Told by Ginger characters
civil rights
conductors
currently out of the US top 1000
ends in -ann
LGBT history
Star Trek characters
women's history
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
60/100
classic100%
mature80%
natural80%
wholesome80%
strong80%
refined65%
boring80%
simple80%
Meaning & Etymology
Joann is a variant of the name Joan, which itself is derived from the Old French name Jehanne, a feminine form of Jehan (John). The name John originates from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'Yahweh is gracious'. Joann has been used in English-speaking countries as a given name, often associated with individuals in the arts and crafts industry, notably through the retail chain Jo-Ann Stores.
Etymology
Original Form:
Joan
Evolution:
From Old French Jehanne to Joan, then to Joann as a variant.
Source:
Historical linguistic records and name etymology studies.