Joanna

Joanna is the Latinate feminine form of Johannes, itself derived from the Hebrew name Yohanan, meaning God is gracious. The name appears in the New Testament as that of a follower of Jesus and witness to the resurrection, which helped establish it throughout the Christian world. It has been in continuous English use since the Middle Ages and remains common across European languages. Related forms include Joan, Johanna, Giovanna, Ivana, and Jane.