Rising since 1985, #1,256 for boys today.
Popularity of Yohan since 1980
Babies named Yohan per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 27 |
| 1990s | 73 |
| 2000s | 316 |
| 2010s | 730 |
| 2020s | 719 |
Meaning & origin
Yohan is a name that bridges cultures, appearing in French, Hebrew, and Korean contexts. It has been recorded in the U.S. since 1980 and is currently on a rising trajectory, with its peak rank of 1,256 achieved in 2024. About 1 in 10,811 boys received the name in 2025. The name is most popular in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Pennsylvania. Its steady climb in recent years suggests a growing appreciation for its international character and simplicity.
Yohan is a cross-cultural name with multiple origins. It is a French variant of Yoann, derived from the Hebrew Yochanan (God is gracious). In Korean, Yohan (요한) is the transliteration of John, used among Korean Christians. The name emerged in France in the 20th century and has gained moderate popularity in other Western countries.
Where Yohan is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Yohan” around the world
Where Yohan lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
65
babies in 2024
Ireland
3
babies in 2025
Quebec
15
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · CSO Ireland (Ireland) · Retraite Québec (Quebec).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Yo, Yoyo, Han
Sibling names for Yohan
Names that share Yohan's style, for a brother or sister.
