John Scofield

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

John Scofield — God is gracious
4.9 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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John Scofield is a name that combines Hebrew origins. The first name John is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin. From Hebrew Yohanan (יוֹחָנָן), meaning "God is gracious." One of the most consistently popular names in the Western world throughout history. The surname Scofield: Barbara Scofield (1926–2023), American tennis player Bryant T. Scofield (1823–1881), American lawyer and politician Caleb Scofield (1978–2018), American musician Charles A. Scofield (1853–1910), mayor of Norwalk, Connecticut Charles L. Scofield (1925–2024), member of the North Dakota House of Representatives Connie Scofield (born 1999), English football player Cyrus I. Scofield (1843–1921), American theologian and author of the Scofield Reference Bible David H. Scofield (1840–1905), American Civil War soldier Dean Scofield (born 1957), American voice actor Demetrius G. John is one of the most widespread first names worldwide, carried by approximately 4.9 million people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name John reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: John

Meaning: God is gracious

Hebrew

From Hebrew Yohanan (יוֹחָנָן), meaning "God is gracious." One of the most consistently popular names in the Western world throughout history.

Surname: Scofield

English

Barbara Scofield (1926–2023), American tennis player Bryant T. Scofield (1823–1881), American lawyer and politician Caleb Scofield (1978–2018), American musician Charles A. Scofield (1853–1910), mayor of Norwalk, Connecticut Charles L. Scofield (1925–2024), member of the North Dakota House of Representatives Connie Scofield (born 1999), English football player Cyrus I. Scofield (1843–1921), American theologian and author of the Scofield Reference Bible David H. Scofield (1840–1905), American Civil War soldier Dean Scofield (born 1957), American voice actor Demetrius G.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 51%
United Kingdom 15%
Australia 8%
Canada 9%
Brazil 10%
Israel 6%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name John has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Johnny
  • Jack
  • Jonah
  • Jonathan
  • Sean
  • Evan
  • Ivan
  • Johann

Notable People Named John Scofield

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 John Scofield:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

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 John?
The first name John originates from Hebrew. From Hebrew Yohanan (יוֹחָנָן), meaning "God is gracious." One of the most consistently popular names in the Western world throughout history.
When was John most popular?
The name John reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Scofield?
The surname Scofield originates from English. Barbara Scofield (1926–2023), American tennis player Bryant T. Scofield (1823–1881), American lawyer and politician Caleb Scofield (1978–2018), American musician Charles A. Scofield (1853–1910), mayor of Norwalk, Connecticut Charles L. Scofield (1925–2024), member of the North Dakota House of Representatives Connie Scofield (born 1999), English football player Cyrus I. Scofield (1843–1921), American theologian and author of the Scofield Reference Bible David H. Scofield (1840–1905), American Civil War soldier Dean Scofield (born 1957), American voice actor Demetrius G.
What are the origins of the name John Scofield?
The name John Scofield combines two different traditions: the first name John has Hebrew roots, while the surname Scofield originates from English.
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