Johnpaul Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Johnpaul is a modern name that combines the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious,' and the Latin name Paulus, meaning 'small' or 'humble.' It has evolved through various languages and has gained popularity in the 20th century due to influential figures. The name carries religious significance and is perceived positively in contemporary culture.
The name Johnpaul is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Johnpaul has been too falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Johnpaul' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4970th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1185th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1013th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1165th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1542nd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Johnpaul' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Johnpaul"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒɒn.pɔːl/
Origin
Latin and Hebrew
Etymology
The name Johnpaul is a combination of 'John,' which originates from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious,' and 'Paul,' which comes from the Latin name Paulus, meaning 'small' or 'humble.'
Meaning
God is gracious and small or humble.
Language Evolution
Yochanan (Hebrew), Iohannes (Latin), Johann (German), John (English), Paulus (Latin), Paolo (Italian), Paul (English), Johnpaul (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Johnpaul gained popularity particularly in the 20th century, influenced by prominent figures such as Pope John Paul II, who served as pope from 1978 to 2005.
Variants & Derivatives
John, Paul, Johnny, Paulo
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Johnpaul is seen as a unique and modern name, often associated with strong religious connotations due to its biblical roots.
Famous People
Pope John Paul II, John Paul Jones
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Johnpaul"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Johnpaul"
"Johnpaul" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 4970th of 7552 | 34 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1185th of 10718 | 789 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1013th of 16616 | 1,584 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1165th of 24088 | 2,213 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1542nd of 23106 | 1,336 |
Regional Popularity of "Johnpaul" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
41.95% 1232nd/2937 |
24.95% 869th/3483 |
41.79% 1470th/3518 |
28.64% 1158th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
38.37% 1414th/3685 |
20.36% 911th/4475 |
21.79% 1132nd/5194 |
13.31% 841st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
28.35% 1299th/4582 |
23.88% 1233rd/5164 |
17.12% 1252nd/7313 |
13.59% 1014th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
37.93% 1511th/3984 |
38.18% 1713th/4487 |
22.54% 1538th/6822 |
24.31% 1526th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Johnpaul" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Johnpaul"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Johnpaul" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.