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Name Origin

Johann is a German masculine given name, derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious'. It is a common name in Germanic-speaking countries.

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Famous People

Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750)

Composer

  • Considered one of the greatest composers of all time.
  • Master of Baroque music.

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (1749-1832)

Writer, Poet, Philosopher

  • Author of Faust, one of the most important works of German literature.
  • Influential figure in German Romanticism.

Johann Gutenberg (1398-1468)

Inventor, Printer

  • Developed the printing press with movable type.
  • Revolutionized book production and dissemination of knowledge.

Johann Kepler (1571-1630)

Astronomer, Mathematician

  • Formulated laws of planetary motion.
  • Contributed significantly to the scientific revolution.