Jobanny
A boy's name of Hebrew origin with 62 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
Jobanny is a three-syllable boy's name with a sharp, distinct sound — ending on a consonant gives it a firm, clear close. With only 62 recorded U.S. births, it is exceptionally rare — the kind of name most people encounter for the first time when they meet your child.
Jobanny is not in the current top 1,000 boy names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.
Jobanny is a boy's baby name of Hebrew origin, a creative variant of Giovanni or Jobani — both ultimately from the Hebrew Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious.' It is used primarily in Latin American communities, where Italian-influenced name forms are popular.
Jobanny has a warm, flowing quality with the -anny ending giving it a friendly, approachable character. It carries the deeply beloved meaning of John in a distinctly personal Latin American form.
EtymologyShow more
Jobanny is cataloged under the Hebrew naming tradition. Hebrew names often carry theological significance — many embed references to God, virtues, or blessings within their structure.
In the U.S., Jobanny has been recorded as a boy's name since 1993, with 62 total births. Browse the Hebrew names hub on this site to explore the broader family.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Jobanny has 10+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1993.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 32 | ▲ |
| 1990s | 30 | — |
The Story of Jobanny
A Millennial name
Peaking in 1993, Jobanny is a Millennial-era classic. Boys named Jobanny are most likely born between 1993 and 2003.
How rare is Jobanny?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Jobanny is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 1993, peaked in the 2000s with 32 births that decade.
Jobanny by the numbers
- Would fill 1 school bus
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(10 years, 1993–2008)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 8 | #9397 |
| 2006 | 5 | #12932 |
| 2005 | 6 | #10716 |
| 2003 | 6 | #10180 |
| 2000 | 7 | #8631 |
| 1999 | 5 | #10694 |
| 1997 | 6 | #8660 |
| 1996 | 6 | #8412 |
| 1995 | 5 | #9514 |
| 1993 | 8 | #6500 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1993–2008