Holding steady.
Popularity of Johnita since 1924
Babies named Johnita per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 10 |
| 1930s | 17 |
| 1940s | 58 |
| 1950s | 93 |
| 1960s | 137 |
| 1970s | 114 |
| 1980s | 109 |
| 1990s | 33 |
| 2000s | 5 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Johnita is a rare feminine variant of John that saw modest use in the mid-20th century. First recorded in 1924, it reached its peak year in 1965, when it was given to a small number of girls. Its trajectory has been stable, never experiencing a dramatic rise or fall. Although it does not appear in the top 1000, Johnita carries a vintage charm and offers a distinctive alternative to more common names like Juanita or Jonelle. The name's etymology connects to the Hebrew root for 'grace', giving it a meaningful foundation.
Johnita is a feminine diminutive derived from John, which comes from the Hebrew name Yochanan meaning 'Yahweh is gracious'. The suffix -ita was added to create a feminine form, a pattern seen in names like Juanita (Spanish) but here applied to an English base. Johnita has been used in the United States since at least 1924, with its peak popularity occurring in 1965.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jo, Nita, Joni
Sibling names for Johnita
Names that share Johnita's style, for a brother or sister.
