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Jonathna

Male

« Jonathan is a Hebrew male name meaning "gift from God". »

#40917 since 1900

Meaning, origin, history

Jonathan is a male name of Hebrew origin, derived from the Hebrew name Yehonathan, which means "gift from God". It is composed of two elements: "Yah", meaning "God", and "natan", meaning "given". The name Jonathan first appears in the Bible, specifically in the Book of Samuel. He was the son of King Saul and a close friend of David, who would later become king himself. Jonathan's loyalty to David led him to support his claim to the throne, even though this meant betraying his own father. Throughout history, the name Jonathan has been popular among various cultures and religions. In England, for example, it was used by several members of the royal family, including King Edward VII and Prince Jonathan Dingle. In Wales, Saint Jonathan was a popular figure, known for his healing powers. Today, Jonathan remains a popular male name around the world. It is often shortened to Jon or Jonas, but its popularity has also led to the creation of female variants such as Jonatha, Jonathanne, and Jonathanah. Despite these variations, however, Jonathan's true meaning remains constant: a gift from God.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Jonathna since 1880

Total births
5
Total since 1880
Peak year
1988
5 births
in 1988
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0%
vs previous 5 years