Johnny

Johnny is a masculine given name commonly used as a diminutive of John. Although it originated as a nickname, Johnny is frequently given as a standalone name today. The name John derives from the Latin Iohannes, which itself comes from the Hebrew Yochanan, meaning "Yahweh is gracious."

In English-speaking regions, Johnny has been a popular choice for several generations, especially in the United States and the United Kingdom. As a given name, it is often used informally or affectionately, though many people named Johnny also have John as their legal first name. Variants include Jonny and Johnny, with cross-cultural equivalents existing in other languages.

Several notable people have borne the name, including Johnny Cash, an American singer-songwriter; Johnny Depp, an American actor; Johnny Carson, a television host; Johnny Marr, a guitarist of the Smiths; and Johnny Ramone, a member of the Ramones. In fiction, Johnny Bravo is a cartoon character; Johnny Storm is the Human Torch in Marvel Comics; Johnny 5 is the robot in Short Circuit.

The name Johnny has remained prominent in pop culture and everyday usage, reflecting its long association with approachable, personable personas. It is typically listed among common English given names and continues to appear in music, film, and literature in various forms.