Gracious
Yochanan is the original Hebrew form of the name John. It is derived from the elements 'Yo', referring to the Hebrew God, and 'chanan', meaning to be gracious or to show favor.
Less common today
Yochanan isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,600 in 2014.
Major Jewish sage in the era of the Second Temple
Israeli international footballer
Famous rabbi and shoemaker from the 2nd century
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
