About Yohannes
The surname Yohannes is of Ethiopian and Eritrean origin and is derived from the given name Yohannes, which is the Amharic and Tigrinya form of the name John. It is a patronymic surname, meaning it is formed by adding the suffix "-es" to the given name Yohannes, indicating "son of Yohannes." This surname is commonly found among the Amhara and Tigray ethnic groups in Ethiopia and Eritrea, reflecting their Christian heritage and the influence of biblical names in the region.
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The surname Yohannes is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Yohannes based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Yohannes in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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