Jehohanan

Jehohanan is a male given name of Hebrew origin, meaning "Yahweh is gracious." It appears in the Hebrew Bible, most notably as the name of several individuals. The name is a theophoric name, incorporating the name of God, Yahweh.

In the Old Testament, Jehohanan is a common name, borne by various priests and military leaders. For example, Jehohanan son of Kareah was one of the captains who supported Gedaliah after the Babylonian conquest of Jerusalem. Another prominent figure is Jehohanan, son of Eliashib, who is mentioned in connection with the rebuilding of the walls of Jerusalem during the time of Nehemiah. The name also appears in the genealogical records.

The Greek equivalent of Jehohanan is Ioannes, which in turn is the origin of the English name John. Therefore, many biblical figures known as John were originally named Jehohanan in Hebrew. The prevalence of this name throughout biblical history underscores the importance of divine favor and grace within ancient Israelite society. Its enduring legacy is evident in its numerous linguistic descendants across various cultures and languages.