Boy Name

Joao

"God is gracious"

Ranked #1405 for boys

About the Name Joao

Meaning

God is gracious

Gender

Boy

First Letter

J

Boy Rank

#1405

Joao is a boy name of Portuguese/Hebrew origin. The name means "God is gracious" and Currently ranked #1405 in popularity in the United States. Browse more names starting with J or explore other Portuguese/Hebrew names.

Popularity Over Time

#5
1950
#14
1960
#231
1970
#201
1980
#254
1990
#530
2000
#465
2010
#491
2020

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.

Famous People Named Joao

  • JF João Felix (footballer)
  • JG João Gilberto (musician)

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