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Johanna Catharina Nilson (born Hedberg Svensson Svensdotter), 1811 - 1863
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Johanna Catharina Nilson (born Svensdotter), 1811 - 1863
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Johanna Catharina Nilson (born Svensdotter), 1811 - 1863
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Johanna Catharina Nilson (born Svensdotter), 1811 - 1863
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Johanna Catharina Nilson (born Svensdotter), 1811 - 1863
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Johanna Catharina Nilson (born Svensdotter), 1811 - 1863
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Johanna Emilia Nilson (born MORK), 1891 - 1969
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Johanna Nilson (born Olson), 1876 - 1944
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Johanna L. Nilson, Circa 1854 - 1912
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Johanna L. Nilson, Circa 1854 - 1912
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Johanna L. Nilson, Circa 1854 - 1912
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Johanna Nilson, Circa 1837 - 1920
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Johanna Nilson in The Evening News - Dec 16 1927
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Johanna Nilson in The Boston Post - Aug 4 1950
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Johanna M. Nilson in The Spokesman-Review - Apr 2 1987
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Johanna Nilson in The Boston Post - May 29 1944
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Johanna Lovisa Nilson, 1845 - 1922
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Johanna Nilson, 1852 - 1888
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Johanna Charlotta Nilson, 1859 - 1922
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Johanna Nilson, 1850 - 1941
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Johanna Peterson, 1864 - 1939
Michigan Deaths
Johanna Nilson, 1908 - 1912
Michigan Deaths
Johanna Nilson, 1895 - 1929
Michigan Deaths
Johanna Matson, 1901 - 1912
Michigan Deaths
Johanna Mariah Nilson, 1836 - 1920
Utah, Salt Lake County Death Records, 1908-1949
Johanna Nilson, 1866 - 1869
Sweden, Deaths
Johanna Charlotta Nilson, 1828 - 1903
Sweden, Deaths
Johanna Nilson, died 1866
Sweden, Deaths
Johanna Nilson, died 1880
Sweden, Deaths
Johanna Nilson (born Pirazzi), Circa 1840 - 1914
Germany, Hesse, Deaths
Johanna Mathilda Nilson, 1855 - 1930
Maryland DeathsJohanna A. Peterson (born Nilson), 1814 - 1893
BillionGravesJohanna Nilson, 1853 - 1912
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Johanna Nilson, 1826 - 1905
Rhode Island Historical Cemeteries
Johanna Christina Nilson, Circa 1841 - 1919
Rhode Island Deaths, 1850-1946
Johanna Nilson, 1867 - 1938
Rhode Island Deaths, 1850-1946
Johanna C. Nilson, Circa 1880 - 1910
Rhode Island Deaths, 1850-1946
Johanna Christina Nilson, 1837 - 1923
Rhode Island Deaths, 1850-1946
Johanna , Circa 1782 - 1785
Denmark Church Records, 1576-1919
Johanna , born 1762
Denmark Church Records, 1576-1919Johanna Mariah Nilson, Circa 1837 - 1920
Utah Death Certificates, 1904 - 1958
Johanna Carolina Nilson, Circa 1824 - 1898
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Johanna Nilstatter (born Nilson)
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Johanna C Nilson
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Johanna C. Nilson
Names & Stories in Newspapers from OldNews.com (Texas, Arizona, New Mexico, Nevada, Utah, Nebraska)Johanna Sophia Anderson (born Nilson), 1850 - 1932
FamilySearch Family TreeSofia Johanna Nilson, 1866 - 1925
FamilySearch Family TreeJosephine Johanna Johnson (born Nilson), 1862 - 1953
FamilySearch Family TreeJohanna Stina Persson (born Nilsdotter), 1836 - 1888
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- Spanish: Juana Nilson


- Sweden 72%
- USA 22%
- Norway 2%
- Denmark 2%
- Canada 1%
- Other 1%
The name Johanna has its roots in Hebrew, derived from the name Yochanan, meaning "God is gracious." It first appeared in ancient Hebrew culture and later spread to various regions, particularly in Europe, through Christian influence, as it is associated with several saints, including Saint John the Baptist. The name has been popular in many countries, often reflecting the characteristics of grace and favor, which were attributed to those who bore it. Variations of Johanna include Joanna, Johanne, and Gianna in different languages and cultures, with notable forms appearing in English, German, Italian, and Spanish contexts. Each variation may have slight differences in pronunciation, but they all retain the core meaning related to grace. Johanna has remained a timeless name, often associated with strong, independent women throughout history, further solidifying its enduring appeal across generations.
The last name Nilson has Scandinavian origins, particularly prevalent in Sweden and Norway, where it is derived from the given name Nils, a diminutive of Nicholas, meaning "victory of the people." Historically, surnames in this region often indicated lineage, with "son" denoting "son of," thus Nilson essentially means "son of Nils." This surname reflects the common practice of patronymic naming in Scandinavian cultures, where children were named after their fathers, often indicating familial ties and heritage. Variations of the surname can be found in different countries and cultures, including Nielsen in Denmark, Nilsen in Norway, and Nilsson in Sweden, each reflecting local linguistic adaptations. The pronunciation and spelling may vary, but the root meaning remains consistent across these variations, highlighting a shared cultural heritage.
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