John
BoyHebrew
John is a boy name of Hebrew origin meaning "God is gracious".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
Hebrew
Popularity
100 / 100
Syllables
1
Length
4 letters
Meaning
God is gracious
Etymology
John is a very common male name in the English language, ultimately of Hebrew origin.
Famous People Named John
- John F. Kennedy — president of the United States from 1961 to 1963 (1917–1963)
- John Locke — English philosopher and physician (1632-1704)
- John Adams — Founding Father, U.S. president from 1797 to 1801
- John Maynard Keynes — British economist (1883–1946)
- John Lennon — British musician (1940–1980)
Frequently Asked Questions About John
What does the name John mean?
John means "God is gracious", and is of Hebrew origin.
What is the origin of the name John?
John originates from Hebrew.
Is John a boy or girl name?
John is typically used as a boy name.
Are there famous people named John?
Yes — notable people named John include John F. Kennedy (president of the United States from 1961 to 1963, 1917–1963), John Locke (English philosopher and physician, 1632-1704), John Adams (Founding Father), John Maynard Keynes (British economist, 1883–1946) and John Lennon (British musician, 1940–1980).
Last updated: June 2026