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John

John is a boy name of English origin.

  • GenderBoy
  • OriginEnglish
  • StyleClassic
  • Syllables1
  • US rank#28

How popular is John?

Popularity in the United States

John has been given to 5,163,958 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 1950s. Its use has declined since that peak.

About 1 in 201 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named John per year in the United States, 1880–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

John has been given to 14,389 babies in France since 1900, peaking in the 1970s. Its use has declined since that peak.

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Babies named John per year in France, 1900–2022. Source: INSEE

Popularity in Spain

There are 2,921 people called John living in Spain, with an average age of 50.6.

5,163,958 Babies named since 1880
1950s Peak decade
Falling Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about John

Is John a boy's or a girl's name?

John is most often given to boys.

How popular is the name John?

John has been given to 5,163,958 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 1950s. Its use has declined since that peak.