Jonathan

Q: What is the origin of Jonathan?

Jonathan is of Hebrew origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: How popular is the name Jonathan?

According to the latest SSA data, Jonathan is currently ranked #999999 in the United States. The popularity of this name has evolved over the past century based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Q: Is Jonathan a girl name?

Jonathan is traditionally a girl name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

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Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Yahweh Has Given"

From Hebrew Yehonatan meaning Yahweh has given, it appears in the Hebrew Bible and remains common in English-speaking contexts.

Themes:giftdivinehebrewbiblical

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This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Jonathan

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

UnrankedNot ranked in 2024

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Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Jonathan Nicknames

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Baby Name Lists That Include Jonathan

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Jonathan mean?

Jonathan means "Yahweh Has Given". From Hebrew Yehonatan meaning Yahweh has given, it appears in the Hebrew Bible and remains common in English-speaking co

What is the origin of Jonathan?

Jonathan is of Hebrew origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Jonathan?

According to the latest SSA data, Jonathan is currently not ranked in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Jonathan a girl name?

Jonathan is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Jonathan?

Popular nicknames for Jonathan include Jon, Johnny, Jonny, jony, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Jonathan?

There are many names similar to Jonathan in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginHebrew, English

Syllables3

Length8 letters

Trend↓ Falling

Starts withJ

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Abe Arron Aaden Avraham Ammon

Sisters

Ann Anita Alisha Abbie Annmarie

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