Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Joanna.
National Rank (2025)
#306
All-Time Peak Rank
#88 (1984)
Total U.S. Births
111,761
Unisex Distribution0.3% Boy / 99.7% GirlBalance: Overwhelmingly Female
💡 The Joanna Vibe: This choice is considered a Modern Trend. A contemporary choice reflecting current cultural naming rhythms and popularity brackets.
📖 The Story Behind Joanna
According to SSA data, Joanna achieved its highest historical rank of #88 in 1984. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 1984 with 3,332 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have decreased by 6.4%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 146 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Joanna scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Declining
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
-6.4% Decline
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record3,332Births in 1984
Years in Top 100
2yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
146Years
Historical VolatilityHighly Volatile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:290
1890s:389
1900s:391
1910s:1,186
1920s:2,233
1930s:3,914
1940s:4,709
1950s:5,151
1960s:9,196
1970s:15,281
1980s:22,216
1990s:16,287
2000s:12,970
2010s:11,409
2020s:6,139
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesJo-a-na
Letter Count6 Letters
Spelling ComplexityModerate
Linguistic Profile Narrative: Longer than 25.7% of SSA names. Starts with J, a letter used by only 7.8% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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