Find out how popular the first name Johnie has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Johnie by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Johnie is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 88% of people named Johnie being male.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 6 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Johnie.

The history of the first name Johnie

The name Johnie is a variant spelling of the masculine given name John, which has its origins in the Hebrew name Yohanan. Yohanan is derived from the elements yo, meaning "Yahweh is," and hanan, meaning "gracious." The name John was one of the most common biblical names, borne by John the Baptist and John the Apostle.

In the 5th century, the name gained popularity among early Christians, who associated it with St. John the Evangelist. During the Middle Ages, the name was widely used across Europe, with various spellings like Johan, Johann, and Juan emerging in different regions. The spelling Johnie is a diminutive form that likely originated in Scotland or Northern England.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Johnie appears in the medieval Scottish ballad "Johnie Armstrong," which tells the story of a notorious border reiver (cattle thief) who lived in the 16th century. Another notable bearer of the name was Johnie Wilkie (1785-1859), a Scottish poet and humorist known for his satirical works.

In the realm of religion, Johnie Bodwin (1608-1692) was a Puritan minister and author who served as the pastor of the First Church in Boston during the 17th century. Johnie Scobie (1776-1858) was a Scottish soldier who fought in the Napoleonic Wars and later became a renowned military historian.

The name Johnie also has a connection to the world of sports. Johnie Austin (1900-1963) was an American professional baseball player who spent several seasons in the Major Leagues during the 1920s and 1930s. Johnie Candido (1910-2001) was a Canadian professional hockey player who played in the National Hockey League during the 1930s and 1940s.

While these are just a few examples, the name Johnie has a rich history that spans various cultures, time periods, and fields of endeavor.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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