The meaning of the name John is.

Baby names meaning john. See the popularity of the boys name John over time plus its meaning origin common sibling names and more in BabyCenters Baby Names tool. Famous real-life people named John. He baptized Jesus and was later executed by Herod Antipas.

Its use for toilets derive from John and Cousin John which both probably relate to jacques and jakes used in equivalent senses by the British and Irish. John is an English derivative of the Hebrew name Yochanan via the Latin name. John is a biblical name first appearing in its Hebrew form in the Old Testament.

The Hebrew form occurs in the Old Testament spelled Johanan or Jehohanan in the English version but this name owes its popularity to two New Testament characters both highly revered saints. Abbreviation rare Pronunciation. See the browse by form menu for a long list of yah -names.

Gospel of St John. Joh n jo - hn The baby boy name John is pronounced as JH AA N in English. Received Pronunciation IPA key.

Along with its strong presence in Christianity John was the name of countless kings and notables making it the most popular name for 400 years. Kings of Hungary Portugal France and Poland and eight Byzantine emperors have been named John making it a royal name as well. Name is derived from the combination of John.

The name John is a boys name of Hebrew origin meaning God is gracious. John is used chiefly in the English and Hebrew languages and its origin is Hebrew. The grace or mercy of the Lord.