John Staggs

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

John Staggs — God is gracious
4.9 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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John Staggs 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 Staggs: Barbara Staggs (1940–2014), American educator and politician from Oklahoma Erv Staggs (1948–2012), American basketball player Jeff Staggs (1944–2014), American football player Jimmy Staggs (1935–2007), American disc jockey and record store owner from Illinois Kotoni Staggs (born 1998), Australian rugby player Monica Staggs (born 1970), American stuntwoman and actress Steve Staggs (born 1951), American baseball player Suzanne Staggs (born 1965), American physicist and professor Thomas O. 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: Staggs

English

Barbara Staggs (1940–2014), American educator and politician from Oklahoma Erv Staggs (1948–2012), American basketball player Jeff Staggs (1944–2014), American football player Jimmy Staggs (1935–2007), American disc jockey and record store owner from Illinois Kotoni Staggs (born 1998), Australian rugby player Monica Staggs (born 1970), American stuntwoman and actress Steve Staggs (born 1951), American baseball player Suzanne Staggs (born 1965), American physicist and professor Thomas O.

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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 Staggs

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 Staggs:

3
Expression Number

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

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

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 Staggs?
The surname Staggs originates from English. Barbara Staggs (1940–2014), American educator and politician from Oklahoma Erv Staggs (1948–2012), American basketball player Jeff Staggs (1944–2014), American football player Jimmy Staggs (1935–2007), American disc jockey and record store owner from Illinois Kotoni Staggs (born 1998), Australian rugby player Monica Staggs (born 1970), American stuntwoman and actress Steve Staggs (born 1951), American baseball player Suzanne Staggs (born 1965), American physicist and professor Thomas O.
What are the origins of the name John Staggs?
The name John Staggs combines two different traditions: the first name John has Hebrew roots, while the surname Staggs originates from English.
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