Rising since 1999, #7,679 for boys today.
Popularity of Joaopedro since 1996
Babies named Joaopedro per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 114 |
| 2010s | 79 |
| 2020s | 44 |
Meaning & origin
Joaopedro is a modern double-barreled name that first entered U.S. birth records in 1996, reflecting the growing Brazilian diaspora. The name combines João (John) and Pedro (Peter), two of the most enduringly popular Portuguese names. Though still uncommon nationally (rank 7,679 in 2025, with a 1-in-170,808 frequency), it has been steadily rising since 1999 and reached its peak rank in 2008. The top state for Joaopedro is Massachusetts, home to a significant Brazilian-American community. As a portmanteau name, Joaopedro represents a creative naming trend where parents blend familiar elements to craft a distinct identity. It offers the resonance of two classic saints' names while marking a child's heritage in a concise, modern form. Given its rarity, a child named Joaopedro is likely to be one of very few in their school, yet the name's components are widely recognized, balancing uniqueness with familiarity.
Joaopedro is a compound name created by merging the popular Portuguese names Joao (Portuguese form of John, from Hebrew Yochanan meaning 'God is gracious') and Pedro (Portuguese form of Peter, from Greek Petros meaning 'rock'). This type of portmanteau naming is a modern trend in Brazil and Portugal, where parents combine two beloved names to create a unique yet familiar-sounding name for their child. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1996, reflecting Brazilian immigration and cultural influence.
Where Joaopedro is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Sibling names for Joaopedro
Names that share Joaopedro's style, for a brother or sister.
