Johannes

Meaning & origin

Johannes is a male given name of Hebrew origin, derived from Joachanan, which means "God is gracious." It has a long tradition and is widely used across many cultures. The name is associated with significant historical and religious figures such as Johannes the Baptist, Johannes Gutenberg, and Johannes Kepler. Johannes carries a timeless quality and continues to be a popular choice today.

First names similar to Johannes

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Famous people with the first name Johannes

• Alain Johannes Musician
• Johannes Gutenberg Inventor of European book printing with movable metal type
• Johannes Høsflot Klæbo Norwegian cross-country skier
• Johannes Brahms Musician
• Johannes Vermeer Person

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