Joanna Rojas

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Joanna Rojas — God is gracious
85K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Joanna Rojas is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Joanna is a feminine given name of Greek origin. Joanna is a feminine given name deriving from Koine Greek: Ἰωάννα, romanized: Iōanna from Hebrew: יוֹחָנָה, romanized: Yôḥānāh, lit. 'God is gracious'. Variants in English include Joan, Joann, Joanne, and Johanna. Other forms of the name in English are Jan, Jane, Janet, Janice, Jean, and Jeanne. The earliest recorded occurrence of the name Joanna, in Luke 8:3, refers to the disciple "Joanna the wife of Chuza," who was an associate of Mary Magdalene. The surname Rojas: Rojas is a surname found throughout the Spanish-speaking world, especially in Latin America. Adrián Rojas (born 1977), Chilean professional football player and father Aguelmis Rojas (born 1978), Cuban long-distance runner Agustín de Rojas Villandrando (1572–1618), Spanish writer and actor Alberto Müller Rojas (1935–2010), Venezuelan politician and general Alberto Rojas (born 1965), Mexican-born prelate of the Catholic Church Alberto Rojas Jiménez (1900–1934), Chilean poet and journalist Alejandro González Rojas (born 1955), former Costa Rican goalkeeper Alexis Rojas (cyclist) (born 1972), Colo. Joanna is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 85K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Joanna reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Joanna

Meaning: God is gracious

Greek

Joanna is a feminine given name deriving from Koine Greek: Ἰωάννα, romanized: Iōanna from Hebrew: יוֹחָנָה, romanized: Yôḥānāh, lit. 'God is gracious'. Variants in English include Joan, Joann, Joanne, and Johanna. Other forms of the name in English are Jan, Jane, Janet, Janice, Jean, and Jeanne. The earliest recorded occurrence of the name Joanna, in Luke 8:3, refers to the disciple "Joanna the wife of Chuza," who was an associate of Mary Magdalene.

Surname: Rojas

Spanish

Rojas is a surname found throughout the Spanish-speaking world, especially in Latin America. Adrián Rojas (born 1977), Chilean professional football player and father Aguelmis Rojas (born 1978), Cuban long-distance runner Agustín de Rojas Villandrando (1572–1618), Spanish writer and actor Alberto Müller Rojas (1935–2010), Venezuelan politician and general Alberto Rojas (born 1965), Mexican-born prelate of the Catholic Church Alberto Rojas Jiménez (1900–1934), Chilean poet and journalist Alejandro González Rojas (born 1955), former Costa Rican goalkeeper Alexis Rojas (cyclist) (born 1972), Colo.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Joanna is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 13%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Joanna by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Joanna Rojas

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Joanna Rojas:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

6
Soul Urge Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

22
Personality Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Joanna?
The first name Joanna originates from Greek. Joanna is a feminine given name deriving from Koine Greek: Ἰωάννα, romanized: Iōanna from Hebrew: יוֹחָנָה, romanized: Yôḥānāh, lit. 'God is gracious'. Variants in English include Joan, Joann, Joanne, and Johanna. Other forms of the name in English are Jan, Jane, Janet, Janice, Jean, and Jeanne. The earliest recorded occurrence of the name Joanna, in Luke 8:3, refers to the disciple "Joanna the wife of Chuza," who was an associate of Mary Magdalene.
When was Joanna most popular?
The name Joanna reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Rojas?
The surname Rojas originates from Spanish. Rojas is a surname found throughout the Spanish-speaking world, especially in Latin America. Adrián Rojas (born 1977), Chilean professional football player and father Aguelmis Rojas (born 1978), Cuban long-distance runner Agustín de Rojas Villandrando (1572–1618), Spanish writer and actor Alberto Müller Rojas (1935–2010), Venezuelan politician and general Alberto Rojas (born 1965), Mexican-born prelate of the Catholic Church Alberto Rojas Jiménez (1900–1934), Chilean poet and journalist Alejandro González Rojas (born 1955), former Costa Rican goalkeeper Alexis Rojas (cyclist) (born 1972), Colo.
What are the origins of the name Joanna Rojas?
The name Joanna Rojas combines two different traditions: the first name Joanna has Greek roots, while the surname Rojas originates from Spanish.
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