Spelling Variants
Joanna vs Joanne: Which Spelling?
Both feminine forms of Joannes/Joan, same root name, different spelling.
Global Rank #68
Joanna
Origin: English
Joanna is the feminine form of Joannes, derived from the Hebrew name Yohanan (יוֹחָנָן), meaning "God is gracious" or "the Lord is merciful." The name has been used across Christian,…
Global Rank #363
Joanne
Origin: English
Joanne is the feminine form of Joan, derived from the Hebrew name Yohanan (יוֹחָנָן), meaning "God is gracious" through the Latin Johanna and Old French Jeanne.
Which is more popular? Based on real registry rankings, Joanna currently ranks higher globally. Popularity can vary a lot by country — check each name's own page for a full regional breakdown.