Gracious
Joa is a short form of Joachim or Joakim, which are derived from the Hebrew name Yehoyaqim. It conveys the meaning of divine grace or being established by God. In some contexts, it is also used as a modern diminutive of names like Joanna or Joana.
Less common today
Joa isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,311 in 2024.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Swedish journalist and news presenter
A character in the video game series Suikoden · Suikoden
