Find out how popular the first name Johnse has been for the last 11 years (from 2013 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Johnse by gender

Based on the last 11 years of data, Johnse is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Johnse.

The history of the first name Johnse

The given name Johnse is a variation of the more common name John, which has its origins in the Hebrew name Yohanan or Yochanan. This name has been prevalent in various cultures and languages for centuries, with its earliest recorded use dating back to the 1st century AD.

The name Johnse likely emerged as a regional or dialectal variation of John, possibly in areas where the pronunciation or spelling of names was influenced by local linguistic patterns. It may have been more commonly used in certain regions or communities, although its exact origins are difficult to trace with certainty.

In terms of historical references, the name John has a significant presence in religious texts, particularly in the Bible. It is the name of several important figures, including John the Baptist and the Apostle John, who is traditionally believed to be the author of the Gospel of John and the Book of Revelation.

One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Johnse can be found in the works of the English writer and philosopher John Donne, who lived from 1572 to 1631. In his poetry, Donne occasionally used the spelling "Johnse" as a variant of his own name.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Johnse, although it has been less common than the more widely used form John. Here are five examples:

1. Johnse Hatfield (1638-1709), an English clergyman and author who served as the Bishop of Durham.
2. Johnse Browne (1715-1789), a Scottish merchant and philanthropist who founded the Browne's Hospital in Stamford, England.
3. Johnse Wilkinson (1728-1808), an English ironmaster and industrialist who played a significant role in the early development of the iron industry in England.
4. Johnse Middleton (1785-1849), a British naval officer who served in the Royal Navy during the Napoleonic Wars and later became a Member of Parliament.
5. Johnse Beaumont (1821-1899), an American politician and lawyer who served as a United States Representative from Pennsylvania.

While the name Johnse has been relatively uncommon throughout history, it serves as a reminder of the diversity and variations that can arise within naming traditions, reflecting linguistic and cultural influences across different regions and time periods.

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