Joa
Gender: Unisex
Meaning: God is gracious
Origin: Latin/Greek
Popularity: Ranked #8556 in 2025 with 9 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Joanna. Shares the meaning 'God is gracious.'
Similar names: joab, joah, joan, joana, joani, joanie, joann, joanna
Name length: 3 letters
How common is Joa? About 1 in 237,750 babies born in 2025 were named Joa, or roughly 0 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Joa
What does the name Joa mean?
Joa means “God is gracious” from Latin/Greek roots.
What is the origin of the name Joa?
Joa has Latin/Greek origin. The traditional meaning is “God is gracious”.
How popular is Joa?
Joa ranked #8243 in 2025 — given to 9 babies that year.
When was Joa most popular?
Joa peaked in 2024 with 25 babies registered that year.
Is Joa a boy or girl name?
Joa is used for both boys and girls. In the records, about 54% of Joas are boys and 46% are girls.
Is the name Joa rising or falling in popularity?
Joa has risen 3072 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #11315 in 2020 to #8243 in 2025.
How long has Joa been recorded?
Joa appears in birth records across 12 years — from 1953 through 2025.