Joan
Meaning
God Is Gracious
Origin
French
Pronunciation
/dʒoʊn/
Traits associated with the name Joan:
Dogs named Joan tend to be loving, industrious, and loyal. This feminine name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Joan?
Naming your dog Joan suggests that you have a strong appreciation for classic names and may have a fondness for the name itself. It could also suggest that you have a strong sense of humor and enjoy giving your pet a unique name.
Is Joan a good dog name?
Joan is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. Joan isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Joan is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Joan was, in the past month, the 5251st most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Joan is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Joan was viewed 23 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Joan's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Joan is most adored in Minnesota, Georgia and Missouri.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Illinois, California and Virginia.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Joan.
Most popular breeds named Joan:
- German Shepherd
- Rottweiler
Joan is found in these categories:
old-fashioned
Popular during the 1930s, it's now more associated with human grandmothers.
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